# IDEA Spaces - Saldanha

- Address: Avenida Defensores de Chaves 4, 1000-117, Lisbon, Portugal
- District: Saldanha
- Nearest transit: Saldanha
- Google rating: 4.6 (139 reviews)
- Web page (cite this): https://www.onecoworking.com/venues/idea-spaces-saldanha
- Last updated: 2026-11-04

## About

Can you imagine an office where you swim at lunch, catch a film in your own movie theater, and still make it back to your desk before the afternoon stand-up? At IDEA Spaces Saldanha, that's not a pitch — it's Tuesday. Spread across 10 floors on Avenida Defensores de Chaves, this 500-desk campus houses 18 themed meeting rooms, private auditoriums, free phone booths, a lounge bar with community happy hours, and an 800 sqm open-air rooftop terrace with a swimming pool in the works. It's the only coworking space in Portugal certified as a Great Place to Work — a distinction earned by the people here as much as the building. Freelancers, startups, and scale-ups all tap into the same perk: one membership unlocks all four IDEA Lisbon locations, 24/7. The iconic 'Resistance' mural sets the tone — this is a space built for those who build things.

## Starting prices

Starting list prices, checked 2026-11-04.

- 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, Lifts, Rooftop Terrace, Highspeed Wifi, Reception Desk, Projector, Fully Furnished, Car Parking, Pool, Outdoor Areas, Meeting Rooms, Postal Services, Air Conditioning (A/C), Terraces, Event Spaces, Cafeteria, Conference Room, Community Events, Community Kitchen, 24/7 Access (Members)

## FAQ

### What workspace options are available at IDEA Spaces Saldanha?

IDEA Spaces Saldanha offers hot desks, dedicated desks, private offices, virtual offices, and meeting room hire across 10 floors with 500+ desks in total. The campus also includes 18 themed meeting rooms and auditorium spaces for larger events.

### What are the benefits of a coworking space like IDEA Spaces?

Members at IDEA Spaces Saldanha get 24/7 building access, free phone booths, a lounge bar with community happy hours, an 800 sqm rooftop terrace, and networking events — all within a Great Place to Work–certified environment. One membership also grants access to all four IDEA Spaces locations across Lisbon at no extra cost.

### How do I get to IDEA Spaces Saldanha?

IDEA Spaces Saldanha is a 3-minute walk from Saldanha metro station, served by both the Yellow and Red lines. Multiple bus routes stop on Avenida Defensores de Chaves, and private parking is available on-site in the building.

### Is IDEA Spaces Saldanha accessible for people with reduced mobility?

Yes — the building has a step-free entrance and lift access across all floors. On-site private parking is also available, reducing reliance on public transit for those who need it. Accessible bathroom provision has not been explicitly confirmed, so it's worth contacting the team directly to verify.

### Is IDEA Spaces Saldanha suitable for freelancers and startups?

IDEA Spaces Saldanha is consistently popular with freelancers and startups, and is Portugal's only coworking space certified as a Great Place to Work. The social, creative atmosphere — including weekly community events, a rooftop terrace, and a lounge bar — is designed to foster connection and entrepreneurial momentum alongside focused work.

### Can I access other IDEA Spaces locations with a single membership?

Yes — all IDEA Spaces memberships include access to all four Lisbon locations at no additional cost. This means dedicated desk and private office members can work from any IDEA campus across the city without paying more.

## 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-saldanha. 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.