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The Better Neighbors

POP-UP
Catalonia, Spain
October 4, 2026 - November 1, 2026

A pop-up workation retreat five minutes from the beach, where remote workers and artists share space, give back to locals, and make your stay feel purposeful.

€50.00/day · €865.00/month
It's 240 EUR per week, or 865 EUR total for the full length of the retreat, which includes a 10% discount. Nightly rate is 50 EUR. Use code TBN2026 for 10% off when you book the full retreat stay from October 4 to November 1.
Minimum Stay1 weeks
Capacity
30·30
Your exclusive discount
TBN2026

Use this code when booking directly with this co-living.

Meet the host

Alejandra

Alejandra

Contact

join@thebetterneighbors.com

+447927502606

About

The Better Neighbors is not your typical coliving. It runs as a pop-up retreat inside a hotel in Lloret de Mar, on the Costa Brava, during October when the town gets quiet, the tourists leave, and you start to feel like a local. The whole setup is designed to give you the flexibility to focus on your work or your project, while surrounding you with a community of professionals who are doing the same. Days are yours to work from the coworking space or your room. After office hours, the group comes together for workshops, talks, yoga on the rooftop, or a walk down to the beach. What makes this different is the artist residency woven into the program. Emerging artists join alongside remote workers, and you might find someone live-painting next to you while you close your laptop. It creates a kind of creative energy that is hard to describe but easy to feel. There is also a real mission behind it: partnerships with local NGOs, skill-sharing with the community, and a TimeRaiser arts auction that turns artwork into volunteer hours. Alejandra, the retreat leader, does a discovery call with everyone before they join, not to filter people out harshly, but to make sure you know what you are coming into and feel comfortable with it. This is a place to come back to, and many people do.

Work & WiFi

  • WiFi download speed is 250 Mbps and upload is 100 Mbps
  • Wired ethernet connection available
  • Backup internet via 4G/5G hotspot
  • Internet holds up during peak hours and bad weather
  • Dedicated coworking space with 30 workstations and ergonomic chairs
  • Work desk in every private room
  • Power outages are extremely rare; generator or UPS backup is available
  • Residents can take early or late calls without disturbing others

Community & Social

  • The retreat runs on a structure that Alejandra describes as office hours plus everything else
  • During the day, you work
  • After hours, the group comes together for workshops, talks, yoga sessions, cultural Spanish classes, and dinners with good conversation
  • The rooftop is a natural gathering spot
  • The sample week looks something like this: morning rooftop yoga, a focused work session in the coworking space with a beach break built in, an afternoon workshop or talk, and an evening sharing food and a glass of Spanish wine with people from across the world
  • Artists and remote workers share the same space, which creates a cross-pollination of energy and skills that most workspaces simply do not have
  • Alejandra is on-site full-time as retreat leader, and the community is shaped as much by the NGO partnerships and local guides as it is by the people staying there
  • It is social without being forced, and purposeful without being heavy

Comfort & Living

  • Private double rooms of approximately 16 square meters, each with ensuite bathroom
  • Double beds in all rooms
  • Air conditioning and heating in every room
  • Blackout curtains and a lock on every door
  • Enough space in the room for a yoga mat
  • Walls are thin and acoustics are basic, so some noise between rooms is possible
  • The retreat runs during low season, so the overall environment is quiet
  • Weekly room cleaning included
  • Fresh linens and towels provided
  • Communal spaces include a fully equipped kitchen, a living room and lounge, and a rooftop
  • Laundry access included
  • Free drinking water provided
  • Utilities, WiFi, and coworking access are all included in the price

Location & Surroundings

  • 5-minute walk to the beach
  • 10-minute walk to the bus station, with regular buses to Barcelona and other towns across the Costa Brava
  • Nearest supermarket is approximately 3 minutes away
  • Supermarkets, coffee houses, local shops, restaurants, and pharmacies are all within 5 to 20 minutes on foot
  • Nearest airport is approximately 1 hour away
  • No car needed; the area is fully walkable or bikeable
  • Nearby activities include sea swimming, yoga studio, and gym
  • October weather is warm with a fresh daily breeze, ideal for hiking along the Mediterranean coastline
  • The neighbourhood is very safe
  • Normal precautions around personal belongings are recommended as in any destination

Perfect for

Remote workers, freelancers, and slow travelers who want to stay focused but not isolated. People who like the idea of working next to artists, joining a cultural workshop in the evening, and connecting with locals in a real way. First-timers to coliving are genuinely welcome. Best for ages 20 to 45, mostly solo travelers and mixed groups who want their stay to mean something.

Not right for

Not right for people expecting a five-star luxury hotel experience. Not suited for heavy party people. If you need guaranteed silence at all hours, the thin walls may be a challenge. If you prefer a fully self-catered and independent lifestyle with no shared spaces or community programming, this structured retreat format will likely feel like too much.

Amenities

28 amenities available

Fiber internet (1000+ Mbps)
Dedicated coworking space
Ergonomic workspace
Backup internet connection
Dedicated workspace in room
Private rooms
Ensuite rooms
Beach location

How to book

  1. Step 1: Use code TBN2026 for 10% off when booking the full retreat stay from October 4 to November 1.
  2. Step 2: All bookings require a discovery call with Alejandra before confirming your place.
  3. Step 3: Book via email at join@thebetterneighbors.com or WhatsApp at +447927502606.

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