Not every space requirement has to be answered with a monthly or annual office lease. Sometimes you just need a comfortable desk to focus at for a day, a meeting room for a client presentation, or somewhere to leave your belongings while you’re out and about in the city center.
This is where daily space rental comes in. You pay only for the space for as long as you use it, with no long contract and no office running costs. Let’s take a closer look at the options, the benefits, and how to choose the right daily space.
What Is Daily Space Rental?
Daily space rental is a service renting out spaces — a desk, a meeting room, or a multipurpose room — that can be used by the day or even by the hour, without being tied into a monthly contract. The space usually comes with ready-to-use facilities such as internet, power, air conditioning, and presentation equipment.
The concept is widely offered by coworking spaces and flexible space providers in big cities, Jakarta included.
Who Needs Daily Space Rental?
- Remote workers and freelancers who need a more focused atmosphere than home or a café.
- Hybrid teams who only need to meet face to face a few days a month.
- Business owners and sales teams who need a presentable place to meet clients.
- HR teams or recruiters holding candidate interviews outside the office.
- Visitors from out of town transiting through or on a short assignment in Jakarta.
- Communities and event organizers who need somewhere for a workshop or a small gathering.
Types of Space Available by the Day
A desk in a shared area that anyone holding a day pass can use. A good fit if you need somewhere comfortable to work for one day or a few.
Meeting Room
An enclosed room for meetings, presentations, or interviews. Usually available by the hour, by the half day, or for a full day.
Event Space
A larger space for workshops, small seminars, townhalls, or community events.
Studio
A dedicated space for content production, such as live streaming, podcasts, or product photography.
Day Storage
A locker or storage area for leaving your belongings for a short time — a suitcase or your shopping, for instance — while you’re out and about nearby.
The Advantages of Daily Rental Over Monthly Rental
| Aspect | Daily Rental | Monthly/Annual Rental |
|---|---|---|
| Commitment | No long contract | Tied into a contract |
| Upfront cost | Small, pay as you use | Larger, often with a deposit |
| Flexibility | High — switch space types as needed | Limited to the space you rent |
| Facilities | Ready to use | Ready to use, or you fit it out yourself |
| Suitable for | Occasional or unpredictable needs | Regular, everyday needs |
In short, daily rental is most economical if you only need a space occasionally. Once you’re using it almost every day, a weekly or monthly package is usually more efficient.
Tips for Choosing a Daily Space Rental
- Check the location and transport access. Choose somewhere easy to reach for you and your guests, ideally close to the MRT, commuter rail, or TransJakarta.
- Make sure the facilities match your needs. A stable internet connection, enough power outlets, a presentation screen, and a whiteboard are often what determine whether things run smoothly.
- Ask about the booking system. Can you book online, what’s the minimum rental period, and what’s the cancellation policy?
- Pay attention to opening hours. Make sure they fit your schedule, especially if you have an early morning or late afternoon meeting.
- Check for additional costs. Ask whether the price already includes tax, drinks, parking, or printing.
- Look at the atmosphere. A bright, clean, quiet space helps you be more productive.
Daily Space Rental at SpaceHub Thamrin
SpaceHub provides a range of daily space options at Galeon Square (formerly Chubb Square), Thamrin, Central Jakarta. It’s close to Dukuh Atas MRT, the Tosari TransJakarta bus stop, and the Sudirman and BNI City commuter rail stations, the latter connecting to the airport train.
Daily Hot Desk (Discovery Pass)
Work all day in a bright, comfortable coworking area, from Rp 49,000 a day (T&Cs apply). Facilities include high-speed Wi-Fi, unlimited drinking water (add-on Rp 10,000), and printing and scanning services. Need more than a day? Weekly (Flex Week) and monthly (Flex Month) packages are available too.
Meeting Rooms by the Hour or Half Day
Meeting rooms with a capacity of 4–12 people, with the option to add a 55-inch screen with HDMI for presentations, a whiteboard, and refreshments. Available by the hour or by the half day — ideal for client pitches, interviews, or team meetings.
Event Space
For workshops, townhalls, or community events, SpaceHub Lab also provides event space.
Studio
Need a space for live streaming or content production? SpaceHub Studio could be the answer.
Daily Lockers
Need to leave a suitcase or your belongings somewhere while you’re out around Thamrin? SpaceHub also provides a day storage service. Read more in our Daily Locker Storage article.
FAQ About Daily Space Rental
How much does a daily workspace cost at SpaceHub?
A daily hot desk at SpaceHub Thamrin starts from Rp 49,000 a day, terms and conditions apply.
Can meeting rooms be rented by the hour?
Yes. Meeting rooms at SpaceHub Lab can be rented by the hour or by the half day, with a capacity of 4–12 people.
What facilities come with a daily hot desk?
High-speed Wi-Fi, unlimited drinking water (add-on Rp 10,000), and printing and scanning services.
How do I book a daily space at SpaceHub?
You can book online through the SpaceHub website or contact the SpaceHub team via WhatsApp.
Is daily or monthly rental more economical?
If you only use the space occasionally, daily rental works out cheaper. If you use it almost every day, a weekly or monthly package will be more efficient.
Daily space rental gives you the freedom to work, meet clients, or hold an event without being tied into a long-term office lease. The key is choosing somewhere with a strategic location, complete facilities, and an easy booking system.
Looking for a daily space in central Jakarta? Drop by SpaceHub Thamrin — from hot desks and meeting rooms through to day storage, it’s all in one location.
