# Startup hub A Grid

- Address: Otakaari 5, 02150, Espoo, Finland
- Nearest transit: Aalto University metro station
- Google rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
- Web page (cite this): https://www.onecoworking.com/venues/startup-hub-a-grid

## About

Startup hub A Grid at Otakaari 5 in Otaniemi, Espoo, is one of Northern Europe's largest startup hubs — 25,000 square metres of workspace embedded directly inside Aalto University's globally top-5 ranked startup ecosystem. The hub brings together roughly 150 member startups and partners, including ESA BIC and Aalto Startup Center, creating an unusually high-density founder environment under a single roof. Workspace infrastructure includes 24 meeting rooms, dedicated phone booths, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a reception desk, alongside an on-site Makerspace equipped with 3D printers, a laser cutter, and VR gear. Two saunas, a wellness space, an on-site restaurant and café, and outdoor areas round out the daily experience. Event spaces — playfully named Mordor, Jedi Training School, and JETI — host workshops and gatherings for up to 270 people. Business Espoo advisory services operate on-site, giving founders direct access to growth support. A Grid is built for ambitious startups and freelancers hunting serious traction inside a university-grade innovation infrastructure.

## Opening hours

- Monday: 10:00–15:00
- Tuesday: 10:00–15:00
- Wednesday: 10:00–15:00
- Thursday: 10:00–15:00
- Friday: 10:00–15:00

## Amenities

Game Area, Daily Cleaning Service, Phone Booths, Lounge Area, Printer & Copier/Scanner, Highspeed Wifi, Reception Desk, Projector, Restaurants, Shower, Administrative Support, Outdoor Areas, Meeting Rooms, Postal Services, Fitness Facilities, Event Spaces, Cafeteria, Wellness Room, Conference Room, Community Events, Community Kitchen, 24/7 Access (Members)

## FAQ

### Where is Startup hub A Grid located, and how do I get there?

Startup hub A Grid is located at Otakaari 5, Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland. Aalto University metro station (West Metro line, direct to Helsinki) is approximately 500 metres away on foot. On-site car parking is also available.

### What types of workspaces and amenities does A Grid offer?

A Grid offers coworking desks, 24 meeting rooms, dedicated phone booths, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a reception desk across 25,000 square metres. The hub also includes an on-site Makerspace (3D printing, laser cutter, VR), two saunas, a wellness space, restaurant, café, outdoor areas, and Business Espoo advisory services.

### Is A Grid suitable for freelancers, or is it only for startups?

A Grid is popular with both freelancers and startups. The space is designed to connect individual founders and creative professionals with a high-density community of roughly 150 member companies, accelerators, and university-linked partners.

### What event spaces are available at A Grid, and how large are they?

A Grid has several named event venues — including Mordor, Jedi Training School, and JETI — that collectively host events and workshops for up to 270 people. A projector and full AV support are available for meetings and larger gatherings.

### Is A Grid considered one of the top startup hubs in Europe?

A Grid is one of Northern Europe's largest startup hubs by floor area (25,000 m²) and operates within Aalto University's ecosystem, which ranks in the global top 5 for startup output. Its on-site partners include ESA BIC, Aalto Startup Center, and Business Espoo, placing it among Europe's most infrastructure-rich founder campuses.

### Does A Grid provide access to Aalto University's research and talent network?

Yes. A Grid is physically embedded in Aalto University's Otaniemi campus, giving members direct proximity to research labs, student entrepreneurship organisations (AaltoES, Kiuas), and an international network of accelerators and investors connected through the university ecosystem.

## How to book or get an offer

Day passes and meeting rooms marked bookable can be booked instantly on https://www.onecoworking.com/venues/startup-hub-a-grid. 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.