[Complete Guide] Working from a Hotel Lounge!? Why LIVELY HOTELS Are Perfect for Remote Work
LIVELY HOTELS is a lifestyle and boutique hotel group with 12 properties across 6 brands and 1,200 rooms throughout Japan (as of March 2025).
Our philosophy? Hotels should be more than just a place to sleep—they should be places where you can grow, connect, and discover something new.
That’s why every LIVELY HOTEL features a lounge that doubles as the front desk and lobby. These creatively designed spaces—complete with high-speed Wi-Fi, plenty of power outlets, and free coffee—are open for both guests and remote workers to use freely.
While many hotels offer basic telework plans or room-only setups, we encourage working beyond your room. Our lounges are designed to make working in a shared space comfortable, stylish, and productive.
Not sure what it’s like to work remotely from a LIVELY HOTEL? In this article, we’ll walk you through the experience and show you why LIVELY is the perfect spot to get things done in style.
Why LIVELY HOTELS Are Great for Remote Work
Creative Spaces
Wouldn’t you rather work in a creative space than a plain, boring one?
At LIVELY HOTELS, both the rooms and lounges are carefully designed by commercial designers to create stylish, creative spaces that reflect each hotel’s concept.
The interior design and seating layout are also well thought out, so you can work or relax comfortably for hours.
BGM and Scents That Enhance the Atmosphere
Music and scent also play an important role in productivity, don’t you think?
At LIVELY HOTELS, playlists are specially selected to match the mood of the morning, afternoon, and evening.
We also use signature scents in each lounge to create a refined and relaxing environment.
Available 24 Hours a Day
The shared spaces at LIVELY HOTELS, like the lounges, are open 24 hours a day for hotel guests.
Whether you want to start early or work late into the night, you can always find a comfortable space when you need it.
High-Speed Wi-Fi and Power Outlets
It may seem obvious, but not every place has strong Wi-Fi or enough outlets.
At LIVELY HOTELS, you can count on high-speed internet and well-placed power outlets, so you don’t need to worry while working.
Free Coffee & Beer—Drink Services
All of our lounges have fresh bean-to-cup coffee machines, and hotel guests can enjoy coffee for free.
In the evening, we also offer free beer—or wine at some hotels.
Why not enjoy a beer in the lounge after work?
Where You Can Work at LIVELY HOTELS
Let’s take a closer look at the different workspaces available at LIVELY HOTELS.
In the Lounge
First, of course, is the lounge.
As mentioned earlier, it’s a creative and extremely comfortable place to focus. Most guests choose to work here.
In Your Room
You can also work in your room.
If you need privacy or want to focus without distractions, your room is the perfect space for that.
In Meeting Rooms
Some hotels have dedicated meeting rooms.
These spaces are available for a fee and by reservation. They’re great for group work or meetings.
In Telework Booths
You can hold web meetings in the lounge, but sometimes you need more privacy.
That’s where telework booths come in.
Only some locations have them, but they’re perfect for private calls or video meetings. Many guests find them extremely useful.
On Rooftops or in Restaurants
Your workspace doesn’t have to be limited to the lounge or your room.
Some hotels allow you to work on rooftop terraces or in connected restaurants.
Being able to change your environment within the hotel can actually boost your productivity.
The rooftop terrace is especially popular. Many guests say they love working in such an open and refreshing space.
LIVELY HOTELS Across Japan
Now that you’ve seen what it’s like to work remotely at LIVELY HOTELS, we hope you’ll give it a try.
LIVELY HOTELS, with work-friendly lounges, are located in Tokyo, Osaka, Kanagawa, Hokkaido, Okinawa, and more—12 hotels across Japan.
We also offer a membership program called「LIVELY CLUB」where the more you stay, the more benefits you receive.
Enjoy a stylish and productive work environment at any LIVELY HOTEL nationwide.
Hotel List：https://www.livelyhotels.com/hotels/
