a no-frills, affordable workspace in the heart of ortigas

if you’ve been on the lookout for a coworking space in ortigas that doesn’t burn a hole in your wallet. and doesn’t try too hard to be a coffee shop, the hangout coworking space on pearl drive might just be exactly what you need.

where to find it

the hangout is tucked on the 20th floor of tycoon centre along pearl drive, ortigas center in pasig. head to unit 2001. before you even get to the elevator, you’ll need to leave an id at the building lobby in exchange for a guest pass, which is a standard procedure for most office coworking spaces.

pearl drive is a solid location. the strip is lined with restaurants, so food options are never a problem whether you’re taking a lunch break or powering through a late-night work session.

open 24/7

one of the hangout’s biggest selling points is that it’s open around the clock, every day of the week. for remote workers on shifting schedules, freelancers pulling late nights, or students who do their best thinking after midnight, having a dedicated workspace that’s always available is genuinely rare and valuable.

rates (as of january 2026)

• ₱80/hour for regular guests
• ₱70/hour for students

billing is done on an hourly basis based on actual time spent, so you’re only charged for what you use.

to put that in perspective: a five-hour session works out to ₱400 at most, which is still competitive with what you’d spend nursing a single drink at a café just to “justify” the wifi.

what’s included

the space offers fast and reliable wifi, unlimited water, coffee, and biscuits. basics, but done right. the restrooms are clean, and the overall environment is noticeably quiet. there’s also a desk pad available for borrowing, a small but thoughtful touch that speaks to how the space is managed.

beyond the standard workstations, the space also features a japanese-style low table with floor cushions, which a nice option for a more relaxed working or brainstorming setup. as well as a dedicated area for calls and a conference room for those who need a more private or collaborative setting.

the vibe

this is where the hangout stands apart from a lot of what’s out there. the design isn’t curated for aesthetics or engineered to look corporate. it’s simple, clean, and functional. the kind of space that actually lets you focus.

desks are fully individual, not shared tables. that means your own dedicated station, your own space, and no awkward shuffling around someone else’s laptop and coffee cup. combined with the views of the ortigas skyline, the setup has an almost meditative quality to it.

the space holds a 4.8-star rating across reviews, with guests consistently pointing to the calm atmosphere, attentive staff, and value for money as standout qualities.

who it’s for

the hangout works well for a wide range of people: remote workers looking for a change of scenery, students who need a quiet study environment, freelancers on a budget, or night shift workers who want an alternative to working from home at 2 am. it’s not trying to be the hippest spot in the city — it’s trying to be useful, and it succeeds at that.

the bottom line

the hangout coworking space is proof that a workspace doesn’t need a lot of bells and whistles to be effective. the essentials are covered, the price is fair, and the 24/7 availability makes it genuinely flexible in a way that most coworking spaces simply aren’t. if you’re in or around ortigas and need a reliable place to get work done without overpaying for the privilege, it’s well worth a visit.

the hangout coworking space unit 2001, 20th floor, tycoon centre, pearl drive, ortigas center, pasig open 24/7 | ₱80/hr (₱70/hr for students) contact: +63 917 193 1276