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# Digital Nomad's Guide to Work-Friendly Hotels



## Table of Contents



- [Digital Nomad's Guide to Work-Friendly Hotels](#digital-nomads-guide-to-work-friendly-hotels)

  - [Table of Contents](#table-of-contents)

  - [Introduction](#introduction)

    - [About This Guide](#about-this-guide)

    - [About Me](#about-me)

    - [Selection Criteria](#selection-criteria)

  - [Verified Hotels](#verified-hotels)

    - [North America](#north-america)

      - [Canada](#canada)

        - [Quebec City](#quebec-city)

          - [Hôtel AtypiQ](#hôtel-atypiq)

    - [East Asia](#east-asia)

      - [Japan](#japan)

        - [Tokyo](#tokyo)

          - [APA Hotel Ueno Hirokoji](#apa-hotel-ueno-hirokoji)

    - [Southeast Asia](#southeast-asia)

      - [Malaysia](#malaysia)

        - [Kuala Lumpur](#kuala-lumpur)

          - [WOLO Kuala Lumpur](#wolo-kuala-lumpur)

      - [Philippines](#philippines)

        - [Makati](#makati)

          - [City Garden GRAND Hotel](#city-garden-grand-hotel)

      - [Thailand](#thailand)

        - [Bangkok](#bangkok)

          - [ibis Styles Sukhumvit 4](#ibis-styles-sukhumvit-4)

        - [Pattaya](#pattaya)

          - [Mercure Ocean Resort](#mercure-ocean-resort)

  - [Hotels Outside Price Range](#hotels-outside-price-range)

    - [East Asia](#east-asia-1)

      - [Hong Kong](#hong-kong)

        - [AKI Hotel MGallery](#aki-hotel-mgallery)



## Introduction



### About This Guide



This is a carefully curated list of hotels with reliable WiFi and strategic locations, personally verified through extended stays. After repeatedly getting burned by Airbnbs despite thorough research and premium prices, I realized that hotels with good WiFi, decent locations, and competitive pricing are the more reliable choice for digital nomads. Since most hotels don't provide specific information about their WiFi speeds, I created this guide to help others like me find dependable accommodations for remote work.



### About Me



I'm a frontend developer working remotely on EST (9AM-5PM) from a 13" laptop. My approach to travel is minimalist—I carry a 14L backpack and typically stay in one location for about a month. Due to my work hours, co-working spaces are often either unavailable or impractical, so I primarily work from my hotel room or nearby cafes.



Key preferences:



- No cooking required

- No driving - rely on public transport

- Urban environments with high walkability

- Access to laundry services (essential due to minimal packing)

- Efficiently designed spaces (small rooms are fine if well-planned)



### Selection Criteria



- **WiFi Quality**: Consistently reliable for video calls and development work

- **Location**: Either self-contained with amenities or well-connected by public transport

- **Value**: Competitive with or better than premium Airbnbs (Maximum: 3500 CAD/month, typically 2000-2500 CAD)

- **Verification**: Personal stay of at least two weeks with successful remote work experience

- **Community Verification**: Welcome from others who have stayed minimum 2 weeks (include speedtest results, month, and price)



_Note: Prices vary by season. Most favorable rates in Asia, while other regions are best visited during off-peak periods. Future entries will include speedtest results._



## Verified Hotels



### North America



#### Canada



##### Quebec City



###### Hôtel AtypiQ



- **Overview**: Efficiently designed space reminiscent of Japanese business hotels

- **Room**: Everything you need in a compact, well-thought-out space

- **Location**:

  - Highly walkable area

  - Self-service laundry nearby

- **WiFi**: Reliable for remote work

- **Best for**: Solo travelers who appreciate functional minimalism



### East Asia



#### Japan



##### Tokyo



###### APA Hotel Ueno Hirokoji



- **Overview**: Classic Japanese business hotel efficiency

- **Location**:

  - Near Ueno station and Akihabara

  - 24/7 convenience stores nearby

  - Walking distance to self-service laundry (fully digital process, easy to use)

- **Room**:

  - Compact but fully equipped

  - Daily cleaning schedule (9AM-1PM Tokyo time)

  - Daily amenity refresh (towels, coffee, etc.)

- **Important Notes**:

  - Cleaning schedule may conflict with EST work hours if you sleep late

  - Consider requesting reduced amenity delivery to prevent accumulation

  - Everything you need in a small space



### Southeast Asia



#### Malaysia



##### Kuala Lumpur



###### WOLO Kuala Lumpur



- **Overview**: A reliable haven in the city center

- **Location**:

  - Heart of city centre

  - Excellent public transportation access

  - Highly walkable area

  - Affordable laundry services nearby

- **Amenities**:

  - Convenient cleaning schedule

  - Good WiFi

  - Fancy Starbucks on ground floor

- **Personal Note**: This hotel was a lifesaver when I had to quickly relocate from a problematic Airbnb (pest issues) in the famous infinity pool building during a lunch break



#### Philippines



##### Makati



###### City Garden GRAND Hotel



- **Overview**: Impressive city views and exceptional service

- **Location**:

  - Close to 24/7 convenience stores

  - Affordable laundry services nearby

  - Adjacent to mid-sized shopping mall with cinema and restaurants

- **Amenities**:

  - Outstanding WiFi

  - Spectacular city views from higher floors and rooftop

  - Exceptionally large beds in corner suites

- **Staff**: Notably kind and helpful, provided suite upgrade due to booking miscommunication



#### Thailand



##### Bangkok



###### ibis Styles Sukhumvit 4



- **Overview**: Great value in prime location

- **Location**:

  - 24/7 lively neighborhood

  - Close to BTS

  - Multiple affordable laundry options nearby

- **WiFi**: Excellent connectivity

- **Room Note**: Standard rooms come with backless stool instead of proper chair

- **Workspace**: Consider requesting a proper chair for extended work sessions



##### Pattaya



###### Mercure Ocean Resort



- **Price**: 80 CAD/night

- **Location**:

  - Somewhat removed from center

  - 10-minute walk to Terminal21 shopping mall

  - Requires jaywalking across busy street for mall access

- **Amenities**:

  - Small waterpark

  - Decent desk and chair in room

  - Adequate internet (lower end of acceptable speeds)

- **Important Considerations**:

  - Family-oriented property with frequent noise

  - Less clean than ibis Styles Bangkok despite higher star rating

  - Not recommended for focused work environment



## Hotels Outside Price Range



### East Asia



#### Hong Kong



##### AKI Hotel MGallery



- **Price**: ~260 CAD/night (outside monthly budget criteria)

- **Rating vs Reality**: 5-star rating doesn't reflect in room amenities

- **Internet**: ~70Mbps

- **Location**:

  - 5-minute walk to MTR

  - 7-11 nearby

- **Room Notes**:

  - Distinctive but impractical design

  - No power adapters provided

  - Limited workspace (small movable surface near bed)

  - Interesting vibe but lacks expected 5-star amenities

- **Stay Duration**: 2 nights

- **Verdict**: Better suited for short leisure stays than work trips



_Note: This guide is continuously updated based on personal experiences and community contributions. Future entries will include speedtest results._