At Hanza Tower in Szczecin, you can rent a traditional office from PLN 65 per m² per month (net), or a serviced office from PLN 550 per month (net) for the entire office. A serviced office usually pays off for small teams and teams that change quickly, because it is ready to use right away and requires no investment in furnishings. A traditional office starts to win out when the team is larger and stable, and the company wants to design the space its own way and stay for the long haul. Below, we break down what goes into the cost of each option and how to choose the one that fits your business.

Traditional vs. Serviced Office: What's the Difference?

The difference between a traditional office and a serviced office comes down to how much work and responsibility the tenant takes on. In a traditional office, you rent the space and furnish and maintain it yourself. In a serviced office, you rent a ready-to-use workplace, with some services already included in the price.

What Is a Serviced Office?

A serviced office is a fully furnished and equipped office where you can start working almost immediately. You pay a single monthly fee that covers the basic services: internet, kitchen access, a reception desk, and some of the shared areas. At Hanza Tower, serviced offices start at PLN 550 per month (net) per office.

What Is a Traditional Office?

A traditional office is a conventional lease that gives you complete freedom to design the space but requires you to manage it yourself. You get a space that you arrange to suit your own needs: the floor plan, furniture, equipment, and branding. You are responsible for your own utility, cleaning, and maintenance contracts. At Hanza Tower, traditional office rates start at PLN 65 per square meter per month (net).

Serviced Office vs. Coworking

A serviced office differs from coworking in that it gives your company its own enclosed room rather than a seat at a shared desk. Coworking usually means working in an open, shared space. Both belong to the flexible office market, but a serviced office offers more privacy and works better when you need to meet with clients or handle confidential documents.

Traditional vs. Serviced Office at Hanza Tower: Comparison Table

The table below compares both models based on the Hanza Tower offering. All prices are net.

Regardless of the model you choose, all Hanza Tower tenants have 24/7 access to their offices, round-the-clock security, an electronic access control system, and free access to the rooftop observation deck.

What Does a Serviced Office at Hanza Tower Cost?

A serviced office at Hanza Tower costs from PLN 550 per month (net) per office, and that amount covers most of what you need for day-to-day work. The final price depends on the size of the office.

What's Included in the Price of a Serviced Office?

The price of a serviced office at Hanza Tower includes a ready-to-use, furnished office plus basic services, so you don't have to buy furniture or set up infrastructure. The following are included:

high-speed Wi-Fi,

kitchen access, including unlimited coffee, tea, and water,

a small conference room,

a lounge area,

a soundproof phone booth,

a reception desk with secretarial support.

What Do You Pay Extra For?

In a serviced office at Hanza Tower, you pay separately for services beyond the basic package. These include:

larger conference rooms,

office equipment, such as a printer and photocopier,

parking spaces,

storage space,

private events on the rooftop deck.

Before signing a lease, ask for a full list of services included in the rate and those billed separately, because these extras are what most often change the final bill.

What Does a Traditional Office Cost Beyond Rent?

In a traditional office, rent is only part of the expense; the rest depends on how much of the furnishing and running of the office you want to handle yourself. At Hanza Tower, rates start at PLN 65/m² per month (net), but several items come on top of that, items that are either included in the price of a serviced office or don't exist there at all.

Furniture and Equipment

Furniture is usually the largest one-time expense in a traditional office. An empty space needs desks, chairs, cabinets, task lighting, and fittings for the break areas. Calculate this cost before signing the lease, along with the time needed for the fit-out.

Internet and IT Equipment

In a traditional office, you set up your own internet and IT infrastructure, whereas in a serviced office, high-speed Wi-Fi is included in the price. You need a connection, an office network, hardware, and often backup power and cabling as well. You choose the provider and manage the service yourself.

Reception and Secretarial Services

At Hanza Tower, the reception desk and secretarial services operate from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for all tenants, so basic front-desk support is covered regardless of the model you choose. If you need your own client-facing staff or longer hours, factor in the cost of a person or service to provide them.

Cleaning and Utilities

In the traditional model, the tenant is usually responsible for cleaning their own space and for utilities. Ask about service charges for the building's common areas and whether utilities are billed at a flat rate or based on consumption.

When Is a Serviced Office Cheaper, and When Is a Traditional One? Three Examples

Which model pays off more depends mainly on the size of your team and how certain your plans are. The examples below are illustrations, not an offer: they show a way of thinking that you can apply to your own situation.

A Small Team (About 4 People)

For a small team that wants to focus on its work, a serviced office is usually the simpler and safer choice. Suppose a four-person team needs about 20 m² in a traditional office. At PLN 65/m² (net), rent comes to about PLN 1,300 per month (net), plus service charges and utilities. A serviced office at Hanza Tower starts at PLN 550 per month (net) per office, with the final price depending on its size.

The difference in rent alone doesn't settle the matter. In a traditional office, you still have to buy furniture and equipment, arrange cleaning and internet, and spend time on administration. In a serviced office, most of that is already taken care of.

A Growing Team (10 People or More)

For a stable team of 10 or more, a traditional office starts to pay off, especially if you plan to stay in one place for the long term. The more people you have, the more the price per square meter matters, and the easier it is to spread the cost of fitting out the office across all employees. A traditional office also gives you full control over the floor plan and your company's image.

If the team is growing very quickly, it is worth calculating whether the flexibility of a serviced office is worth the higher unit price.

A Company That Doesn't Know How Many People It Will Employ a Year From Now

When plans are uncertain, a serviced office is the better choice, because the most expensive thing is a commitment that is hard to back out of. A serviced office lets you start at a low cost and match the space to your actual needs, while a traditional office requires you to assume that you know how much space you will need. Before signing a lease, ask how resizing the office works during the term.

Serviced or Traditional Office: Which Solution Is Right for Whom?

A serviced office is for teams that value a quick start and flexibility; a traditional office is for companies that value control and stability.

When Should You Choose a Serviced Office?

Choose a serviced office when a quick start and a low upfront cost matter most to you. It's a good fit if you:

run a startup or a small team,

are opening a branch office or running a fixed-term project,

are entering a new market and don't yet know how large an office you'll need,

want to start working right away, with no renovations or purchases,

prefer less paperwork and a single, predictable fee.

When Should You Choose a Traditional Office?

Choose a traditional office when you want full control over the space and plan to stay for the long term. It's the right choice if:

your team is larger and stable,

you plan to stay in one location for the long term,

you care about your own layout, company culture, and the image your space projects,

you need a floor plan that a ready-made office can't provide,

you have the resources to manage the office yourself.

Why Consider an Office at Hanza Tower?

An office at Hanza Tower is worth considering because the building, the tallest in Szczecin and located in the central part of the city, gives tenants 24/7 access to their offices and free access to the observation deck. Offices are protected by round-the-clock security and an electronic access control system. From the rooftop deck, 100 meters up, you can take in the view of the bay. The building also houses services that make everyday life easier: the Hotel Dana, a restaurant, a store, a gym, and medical clinics. Hanza Tower was built by J.W. Construction Holding S.A., a developer with more than 33 years of experience.

Which Office Is the Better Value in 2026: Serviced or Traditional?

A serviced office is the better value for small teams with uncertain plans, and a traditional office for larger, stable ones. In the first case, flexibility and zero upfront costs are what count; in the second, it's the price per square meter, freedom of design, and the longer time horizon over which the fit-out cost is spread.

The best approach is to run the numbers on both options for your own situation: how many people work for you today, how many might a year from now, how long you want to stay in one place, and how much time you can devote to managing the office. At Hanza Tower, you can compare both models in the same building, without changing your address.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How much does a serviced office at Hanza Tower cost?

A serviced office at Hanza Tower costs from PLN 550 per month (net) per office. The price depends on the size of the office, and we break down what it includes in the section on serviced office costs.

How much does it cost to rent a traditional office at Hanza Tower?

Renting a traditional office at Hanza Tower starts at PLN 65/m² per month (net). Service charges and utilities are usually added to this rate, so ask about them before signing a lease.

How do I calculate which model will be cheaper for my company?

To work out which model is cheaper, compare the total monthly cost of both options, not just the headline rate. For a traditional office, add service charges, utilities, cleaning, and internet to the rent per square meter, plus the cost of furniture and equipment spread over the full lease term. For a serviced office, add any extra charges, such as for larger conference rooms or parking, to the office fee.

Can I receive clients in a serviced office at Hanza Tower?

Yes, you can receive clients in a serviced office at Hanza Tower, because the price includes a reception desk with secretarial support and a small conference room. Larger conference rooms are billed separately. The reception desk and secretarial services operate from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Is there after-hours access to offices at Hanza Tower?

Yes, tenants have 24/7 access to their offices at Hanza Tower, and the building has round-the-clock security. The reception desk and secretarial services operate from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Ask About Available Offices at Hanza Tower

Want to find out which option is the better value for your company? Email us at hanza.office@jwc.pl. We'll help you choose the right size and lease model and show you the offices currently available.