The 9th arrondissement is a surprisingly varied territory for working away from home. Between the Nouvelle Athènes neighbourhood with its quiet streets lined with private mansions, the lively slopes of Pigalle heading up towards Montmartre, and the more commercial area around the Grands Magasins and Gare Saint-Lazare, you're spoilt for choice. Freelancers set up near rue des Martyrs, remote employees who need a change of scenery, students looking for a quiet corner between classes: the 9th has what you need.

The arrondissement has the particular quality of sitting at the crossroads of several Parisian atmospheres. Less touristy than its neighbours in the 1st or 2nd, livelier than the 8th when it comes to neighbourhood cafés, it offers a real network of spots designed for nomadic workers. We've walked the streets, tested the Wi-Fi, spotted the power outlets, and above all identified the places where you feel good getting your projects done. Here's our selection of 10 spots, from coworking cafés to quiet corners for deep work.

Hubsy

Rue d'Amsterdam, a few minutes' walk from Gare Saint-Lazare. Hubsy is a coworking café that has found the right balance between the comfort of a living room and the efficiency of a workspace. The atmosphere is warm and studious, with Wi-Fi that regulars describe as supersonic. Phone booths are available if you need to take a call without disturbing your neighbours. The coffee is roasted on-site, unlimited, and the snacks are free — a real luxury when you're spending the day somewhere.

Practically speaking, power outlets are well distributed, the large tables let you spread out without bothering anyone, and the atmosphere stays calm even when the room is full. Hubsy is recommended by Colivys, Freebe and Wicofi among the best coworking cafés in Paris. Open 7 days a week, from 8:45am to 8:30pm on weekdays and from 10am on weekends — you can come for a morning or a full day.

Our favourite for long work sessions with unlimited coffee and zero hassle.

Le Shack

Impasse Sandrie, in the Pigalle neighbourhood. Le Shack is a complete community space with a membership that offers far more than just a desk. Comfortable lounges, bar, restaurant, library, wellness area, podcast studio, meeting rooms — the place feels like a private club designed for workers. The atmosphere is studious and inspiring, carried by a carefully designed interior and a clientele that genuinely gets work done.

Wi-Fi is reliable, power outlets are everywhere, and the large tables let you work comfortably. Recommended by Do It In Paris, Wicofi and Sortir à Paris. Open Tuesday to Friday from 8am to midnight — the generous hours are an asset if you work shifted schedules. Closed weekends and Mondays, so it's a spot for productive weeks.

For those who want a premium space with every service under one roof.

Kozy Kanopé

Rue La Fayette, in the Cadet neighbourhood. Kozy Kanopé is a quiet and tranquil place that delights remote workers in the area. The Wi-Fi is excellent, power outlets are plentiful, and the atmosphere stays calm throughout the day. The brunch menu has a good reputation — so you can combine a late breakfast with a morning work session without changing address.

The place is spacious and bright, with comfortable furniture that invites you to stay. Recommended by Chacun Son Café and Wicofi. Open on weekdays from 8am to 3pm and on weekends from 9:30am to 4:30pm. The hours lean towards the morning, making it an excellent choice for sessions in the morning and early afternoon.

Perfect for those who like working early with a good brunch to get through the morning.

Kooka Boora

Avenue Trudaine, between Pigalle and Anvers. Kooka Boora is a café with a very design, New York-inspired style. The interior is elegant and uncluttered, with beautiful lines and generous natural light. Smoothies, specialty coffees, pastries — the menu is carefully put together and the quality is high. The atmosphere is calm, conducive to concentration, and the tables are spaced out enough to work comfortably.

Wi-Fi is available and the place welcomes laptops without a second thought. Cited by Vivre Paris, Welcome to the Jungle, Chacun Son Café and Pachamama among the best Parisian cafés for working. Open every day from 7:45am to 6:30pm (9am on weekends and Mondays), it's a reliable address for daytime work sessions.

The spot for those who want a design setting and quality coffee to go with their working day.

LACTEM

Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, right in the Grands Boulevards neighbourhood. LACTEM is a café that welcomes nomadic workers in a pleasant setting. The room is spacious enough not to feel cramped, and the Wi-Fi holds up for a working day. The atmosphere stays relaxed, between neighbourhood regulars and passing freelancers.

Recommended by Wicofi among the best Wi-Fi cafés in Paris. Open on weekdays from 9am to 5pm and on weekends from 10am to 6pm. The hours suit a standard working day, and the Faubourg Montmartre location puts you two minutes from the whole transport network in the neighbourhood.

A good choice when you want to work in a neighbourhood café without overthinking it.

Café Pigalle

Rue Frochot, right in Pigalle. Café Pigalle is attached to the hotel Le Pigalle, and you can feel that in the care given to the setting. The place is attractive, with a thoughtful décor and a hushed atmosphere. At the back, a large coworking table lets you settle in for a few hours of work. Wi-Fi available, power outlets on the walls, a terrace for sunny days — everything's there.

Recommended by Wicofi among the best Wi-Fi cafés in Paris. Open every day from 8:30am to 6pm (9:30am on weekends). It's the kind of place where you sit down with your laptop late in the morning, order a good coffee, and let the neighbourhood atmosphere do the rest. The setting has character without being intimidating.

The smart move for working a few hours in a carefully designed setting, between appointments in the neighbourhood.

Blondie

Rue Saint-Georges, in the Nouvelle Athènes neighbourhood. Blondie is a roaster that doubles as a welcoming space for laptops. The coffee is excellent — roasted on-site, with real expertise. The interior is warm and well-lit, perfect for a daytime work session. The Wi-Fi works well and the atmosphere stays studious.

Recommended by Sortir à Paris among the good spots for remote work. Open on weekdays from 8am to 6:30pm, and on weekends from 9am to 6pm. The neighbourhood is quiet and residential, with pleasant streets around — the ideal place to break up your day with a short walk before getting back to work.

The perfect choice if you care about coffee quality and want a calm setting to work in.

Mumbai Café

Rue de Trévise, in the Cadet neighbourhood. Mumbai Café offers an original setting for working — it's far from the typical café. Wi-Fi and power outlets are available, and the hours are a real plus: open every day from 10am to 10:30pm. If you work in the evening or need a spot at night, this is a rare option in the 9th.

Listed by Laptop Friendly among Wi-Fi addresses in Paris. The place has character, with a transporting atmosphere that's a change from the Scandinavian or industrial interiors you find everywhere. It's also a good option if you want to turn the end of your work session into an evening out without changing venue.

For late hours and a welcome change of scenery.

Looking for a terrace to work from?

If you want to work outdoors this summer, we've put together a dedicated selection: the best terraces for remote work in Paris 9e. Shaded cafés, coworking spaces with rooftops, hotel lobbies — we've filtered out the genuinely good spots for the season.

The right spot for your needs

  • For a full day with unlimited coffee - Hubsy (snacks and coffee included)
  • For working for free in an innovative setting - Maison Mère (free coworking)
  • For a premium all-in-one space - Le Shack (bar, restaurant, wellness, podcast)
  • For brunch + work - Kozy Kanopé (well-regarded brunch and solid Wi-Fi)
  • For a design setting - Kooka Boora (New York style, specialty coffee)
  • For shifted hours - Mumbai Café (open until 10:30pm every day)
  • For great coffee roasted on-site - Blondie (roaster and workspace)

The 9th arrondissement offers a great variety of spots to work from. The Cadet-Lafayette area concentrates several solid addresses (Hubsy, Maison Mère, Kozy Kanopé), while Pigalle brings places with more character (Le Shack, Café Pigalle). Avenue Trudaine and Nouvelle Athènes round out the picture with calm, well-equipped cafés.

We update this selection regularly as we discover new spots and hear from you. If you try one of these places, or know one we've missed, we want to hear about it. And if you want to explore other arrondissements or find a spot near you, check out all our guides on Deskover.