Remote Work in Todos Santos: Internet Speeds, Coworking Spots, and Best Rentals for Digital Nomads
Todos Santos used to be the kind of destination you visited to disconnect. Flip phones off, open a book, watch the Pacific from a hammock. That version of Todos Santos still exists, and it is still very much the point. But something has shifted over the past few years. Starlink arrived in Baja. Vacation rentals started advertising download speeds alongside sunset views. Digital nomads discovered that a small Pacific art town two hours from Cabo could deliver fast internet, warm weather, little tourist crowds, and a lifestyle that no co-working space in Lisbon or Chiang Mai can replicate.
Searches for “work remotely from Todos Santos” and “digital nomad Todos Santos” have climbed steadily. And the people searching are not just curious, they are booking 28, 45, and 60-night stays that transform the shoulder season calendar for property owners and establish Todos Santos area as one of the most compelling remote work destinations in Mexico.
This guide covers everything a remote worker or digital nomad needs to know before choosing Todos Santos as their temporary base, internet reality, coworking options, the right rental setup, and what daily life actually looks like when your office is Baja.
Can you actually work remotely from Todos Santos?
Yes, and the honest answer has become significantly more confident over the last two years.
The arrival of Starlink satellite internet changed the calculus entirely. Before Starlink, internet in Todos Santos was functional but inconsistent. Fixed-line services from Telmex and local providers could deliver workable speeds in town, but rural properties and anything near the beach corridor between Pescadero and Cerritos were hit or miss.
Starlink fixed that. Properties across Todos Santos, El Pescadero, and Cerritos Beach that have installed Starlink are now delivering 70–150 Mbps download speeds with low latency. That is fast enough for simultaneous 4K video calls, large file transfers, cloud-based work, and streaming all at once, with nothing left to worry about.
The caveat is that not every property has Starlink yet. Some rentals in town still rely on Telmex fixed-line service, which typically delivers 20–40 Mbps — enough for solo remote work but potentially frustrating if you are sharing a connection or doing video-heavy work. Always ask specifically before booking.
For more on what to expect with connectivity across the area, read our guide What Cell Coverage Is Like in Todos Santos 2026 — it covers mobile data, WiFi, and Starlink availability in detail.
Internet speeds: what to ask before you book
Before committing to any rental for a remote work stay, ask these questions directly:
What is the internet provider — Starlink, Telmex, or local fixed-line? This tells you immediately what speed range to expect. Starlink: 70–150 Mbps. Telmex/local fixed-line: 20–50 Mbps on a good day.
Is there a speed test result you can share? Any property catering to remote workers should have one. If they cannot provide a recent test, that tells you something.
Is there a backup connection? Power outages in Baja happen, particularly in summer storm season. A property with a secondary mobile hotspot or UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for the router is a meaningful upgrade if your work cannot tolerate downtime.
What is the router setup? A single router in a large villa can mean dead zones at the far end of the house or poolside. Ask if there are mesh WiFi points or extenders covering the full property.
What is the upload speed? Download speed gets all the attention but upload speed matters for video calls, file uploads, and cloud sync. Aim for at least 10 Mbps upload for comfortable remote work.
Coworking in Todos Santos: what exists and what to expect
Todos Santos is not Medellín or Bali. It is a small town of around 5,000 people without a dedicated coworking industry. If you are arriving expecting a polished coworking space with standing desks, meeting rooms, and a cold brew tap, you will need to adjust expectations.
What it does have is genuinely good for the style of working that most nomads actually prefer in a place like this.
Café coworking
Several cafés in Todos Santos town have become informal coworking spots through a combination of good WiFi, strong coffee, and a tolerance for laptops. The most frequently mentioned by remote workers include:
Cafélix — one of the most consistent spots in town for reliable WiFi and good coffee. A local favourite that has welcomed working travellers for years without making it a production.
Doce Cuarenta — the go-to spot for remote workers in Todos Santos. Good WiFi, excellent coffee, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in for a proper working morning without feeling like you need to rush out. A genuine local favourite among the nomad crowd passing through.
The practical reality
The key thing to understand is that in Todos Santos, your rental is your office. Unlike in larger nomad hubs where you need to escape a noisy hotel to find a productive workspace, most vacation rentals here are spacious, quiet, and genuinely pleasant places to spend a working morning. A well-equipped rental with Starlink, a proper desk or table, and an outdoor workspace is better for focused work than most coworking spaces.
This is one of the genuine advantages of the Todos Santos remote work experience, when your office has a pool and a Pacific view, the boundary between work and life becomes something you actively manage rather than something that manages you.
Best areas to base yourself as a digital nomad
Todos Santos town
The town centre is the best choice if you want to be central to cafés, restaurants, the weekly market, galleries, and the cultural texture that makes Todos Santos worth choosing over a generic beach destination. Internet in town is generally solid, with multiple Starlink-equipped properties available. The trade-off is that you are not on the beach — Todos Santos town sits slightly inland from the Pacific, and a car is needed to reach the ocean.
El Pescadero
Pescadero sits between Todos Santos town and Cerritos Beach and offers perhaps the best balance for working nomads — close enough to town for cafés and restaurants, close enough to the beach for a post-work surf or swim, and a growing number of well-equipped rental properties with Starlink and proper work setups. Rental prices here tend to be slightly lower than comparable properties right on Cerritos Beach.
Cerritos Beach
If you want to walk to the ocean before your first call and hear the surf through your window while you work, Cerritos is the answer. The beach community has a relaxed, end-of-the-road vibe that many nomads find deeply appealing. Internet quality depends entirely on the specific property but most have excellent Starlink setups. Always verify before booking.
The Todos Santos digital nomad lifestyle: what a typical day looks like
Understanding the rhythm of life here helps you decide if Todos Santos fits your working style.
6:30–7:00am — Dawn. The light in Baja at this hour is genuinely something. Many working nomads start here with a walk or surf at Cerritos before the heat builds.
8:00–12:00pm — Peak work window. The morning hours before midday heat are the most productive. Internet is fast, the house is cool, and there are no distractions. Most serious remote workers front-load their day here.
12:00–2:00pm — Lunch. Todos Santos has a genuinely excellent food scene for a town this size. Tacos at a roadside stand, ceviche at a local restaurant, or something from the organic market. A proper midday break is part of the culture here and makes the afternoon work session easier.
2:00–5:00pm — Second work block or flex time, depending on your schedule and timezone. US East Coast workers are typically running calls in this window. West Coast workers have more flexibility.
5:00pm onward — The Pacific sunset from Cerritos Beach is one of those things you will describe to people later and feel that words are insufficient. Plan your day around it at least a few times a week. It matters.
Practical logistics for nomads
Getting here: Most digital nomads fly into Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) and either rent a car or arrange a private transfer. For flights, transfers, and airport options, read our guide What Airport Do You Fly Into for Todos Santos?.
Getting around: A car makes Todos Santos significantly more livable. Without one you are limited to town. With one, La Paz, Cerritos, Pescadero, remote beaches, and surf spots are all accessible. Read our article Renting a Car in Los Cabos for Todos Santos before you land — it covers the insurance traps and how to avoid them.
When to go: For remote work specifically, the shoulder months of May, June, and October are ideal — lower rental rates, uncrowded everything, and weather that is warm without being brutal. Peak season (November to April) is excellent weather but higher prices and more competition for the best properties. Read our guide What Is the Best Month to Visit Baja California Sur? for a full seasonal breakdown.
Drinking water: Tap water in Todos Santos is not for drinking. Purified water is inexpensive and available everywhere — your rental will have a purification system or garrafones (large water jugs) delivered. Ask homeowner beforehand to verify. Read our blog Can You Drink the Water in Todos Santos, Mexico? for everything you need to know.
Time zones: Baja California Sur runs on Mountain Standard Time year-round (it does not observe daylight saving time). This puts it 2 hours behind US East Coast and 1 hour behind US Central for most of the year — a comfortable overlap for most remote work schedules.
Banking and money: Todos Santos has an ATM in town but it runs out of cash occasionally. Bring a card with no foreign transaction fees (Charles Schwab and Wise are popular among nomads) and carry some pesos for local markets, tacos, and tips.
Visas: US and Canadian citizens can enter Mexico without a visa and receive a tourist card (FMM) valid for up to 180 days. For a 30–60 day working stay, this covers you without any additional paperwork.
How long should you stay?
The most common regret among first-time nomads in Todos Santos is not staying long enough. Two weeks gives you time to settle in and a taste of the lifestyle. A month lets you actually live it — find your rhythm, your café, your surf spot, your preferred sunset location, and the taco stand you will think about for years afterward.
For a first visit, 21–30 days is the sweet spot. Long enough to feel like a local, short enough that you leave wanting to return. And most people do return.
For a taster of everything the area has to offer before you commit to a longer stay, read our 3 Days Itinerary Todos Santos, Baja California Sur — it is a useful orientation even if you are planning a much longer trip.
What to look for in a nomad-friendly rental
Not all vacation rentals are set up for remote work. Here is what separates a nomad-friendly property from one that will frustrate you within 48 hours:
- Verified Starlink or fast fixed-line internet with a recent speed test result
- A proper work surface — a desk or large dining table at the right height, not just a coffee table
- Good indoor lighting for video calls — natural light is ideal, harsh overhead fluorescents are not
- Air conditioning — essential from May through October when daytime temperatures can hit 95°F
- A quiet environment during working hours — ask about nearby construction, roosters, or road noise
- Outdoor workspace — a shaded terrace or palapa where you can move the laptop when the indoor temperature climbs
- Long-stay discount — a reputable property management company will offer meaningful discounts for 21+ night stays
When you book through Todos Santos Villa Rentals, our team can match you to a property based on your specific work setup requirements, not just the photos. We know which properties have the fastest internet, the best desk setups, and the quietest working environments. That is the kind of local knowledge no algorithm can replicate.
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