# IDEA Spaces - Palácio

- Address: Avenida Fontes Pereira de Melo 16, 1050-121, Lisbon, Portugal
- District: Marquês de Pombal
- Nearest transit: Picoas
- Google rating: 4.6 (181 reviews)
- Web page (cite this): https://www.onecoworking.com/venues/idea-spaces-palacio
- Last updated: 2026-10-21

## About

Imagine coworking as you've never experienced it before — inside the grand halls of Lisbon's historic Sotto Mayor Palace. IDEA Spaces - Palácio occupies 2,500 sqm of character-rich gallery space on one of the city's great central boulevards, where soaring ceilings and architectural heritage set the scene for genuinely productive work. More than 300 resident members — including teams from Betclic, Carlsberg, and Volkswagen — fill the space with a social, buzzy energy that makes cross-company collaboration feel natural rather than forced. Portugal's only Great Place to Work–certified coworking operator, IDEA Spaces pairs the grandeur of the setting with an all-inclusive membership: themed meeting rooms, an auditorium, a coffee shop, phone booths, and virtual office services are all covered. One membership also unlocks all four IDEA locations across Lisbon — so wherever the day takes you, your workspace is already there. With 24/7 access, daily cleaning, and a reception team that members consistently praise for warmth, this is coworking reimagined as a lifestyle upgrade.

## Starting prices

Starting list prices, checked 2026-10-21.

- Day passes: from €25 per day

## Opening hours

- Monday: 09:00–18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00–18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00–18:00
- Thursday: 09:00–18:00
- Friday: 09:00–18:00

## Amenities

On-site Bar, Daily Cleaning Service, Phone Booths, Lounge Area, Printer & Copier/Scanner, Highspeed Wifi, Lots of Natural Light, Reception Desk, Projector, Fully Furnished, Administrative Support, Meeting Rooms, Postal Services, Air Conditioning (A/C), Event Spaces, Cafeteria, Conference Room, Community Events, Community Kitchen, 24/7 Access (Members)

## FAQ

### What makes IDEA Spaces - Palácio different from other coworking spaces in Lisbon?

IDEA Spaces - Palácio is housed inside the historic Sotto Mayor Palace — 2,500 sqm of gallery-style space on Avenida Fontes Pereira de Melo — making it unlike any standard office environment. It is also Portugal's only coworking operator with Great Place to Work (GPTW) certification, and its 300+ resident members include companies like Betclic, Carlsberg, and Volkswagen, creating organic cross-industry collaboration every day.

### What's included in an IDEA Spaces membership?

A single IDEA Spaces membership is fully all-inclusive: themed meeting rooms, an auditorium, a coffee shop, phone booths, virtual office services, 24/7 access, daily cleaning, high-speed Wi-Fi, and reception support are all covered. One membership also unlocks all four IDEA locations across Lisbon at no extra cost, so members can work from whichever site suits their day.

### How do I get to IDEA Spaces - Palácio by public transport?

IDEA Spaces - Palácio is located at Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo 16, Lisbon, a short walk from both Picoas and Marquês de Pombal metro stations. Buses, taxis, and shared scooters also stop nearby, making the venue one of the most accessible coworking spaces in central Lisbon.

### What kind of professionals work at IDEA Spaces - Palácio?

The community is genuinely mixed — freelancers, digital nomads, startups, and established corporate teams all share the space. With more than 300 resident members from companies including Volkswagen and Carlsberg, the atmosphere is social and buzzy without feeling like a traditional corporate office.

### Does IDEA Spaces - Palácio host networking or community events?

Yes — community events are a regular fixture at IDEA Spaces - Palácio, and members consistently highlight them as one of the space's strongest assets. Events range from professional networking sessions to social gatherings, all designed to foster genuine connections between members across different industries.

### Can I visit IDEA Spaces - Palácio on a day pass before committing to a membership?

Day passes are available at IDEA Spaces - Palácio, allowing you to experience the space before choosing a plan. Arriving early is recommended — the space is popular and the best spots fill up quickly, especially the lounge and natural-light areas.

## How to book or get an offer

Day passes and meeting rooms marked bookable can be booked instantly on https://www.onecoworking.com/venues/idea-spaces-palacio. For a private office or a team space, send an enquiry from that page or to hello@onecoworking.com — One Coworking asks the operator for today's price and availability and sends back options within 24 hours, at no cost to the client. An AI assistant connected to One Coworking's MCP server (https://www.onecoworking.com/api/mcp) sends the request with request_office_quotes, books viewings with request_viewing, gets day-pass and meeting-room booking links with get_booking_links (a day pass for up to 10 days in one checkout) and sends a workshop or event (a meeting room on several days, several rooms, catering, a layout) with request_meeting_space.