Also known as Timor-Leste, this Southeast Asian nation is made up on the eastern and northwest sections of Timor island. Home to jungle caves, coral reef and mountaintop markets, this is one for the explorer in you. Thanks to a wonderfully varied landscape, East Timor a prime spot for adventurous activities like hiking and diving. Some of the best trekking routes can be found at Mount Ramelau, Ainaro and Mount Matebian, where you’ll likely encounter some of the 260 bird species on the island. Nino Konis National Park also promises stunning hiking paths as well as prehistoric archaeological sites. Located at the base of the Coral Triangle, East Timor offers some of the best scuba diving sites in the world. Some of the best spots include Dili and Atauro Island, where you’ll encounter a unfathomable number of fish and coral. Markets are found in every main town on the island and offer a great way to soak up the local culture and customs. Walk along Dili waterfront and you’ll discover lots of fruit stalls selling fresh papayas, mangoes and bananas. Most accommodation is located in the capital city of Dili, with a choice of hotels, hostels and apartments. There are a few limited options outside of Dili in Beloi and Liquica.
Top picks for hotels in East Timor
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Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Exceptional · 14 reviews
DaTerra Baucau agroecological farm stay features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Deli. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.
Palm Springs Hotel Dili features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Dili. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space.
Very good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
Very good · 346 reviews
Sunset INN by Pro-Ema is situated in Dili and features a bar. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Free WiFi and room service are available.
Very good - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Very good · 246 reviews
Timor Plaza Hotel & Apartments offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of Dili, complete with complimentary WiFi, free buffet breakfast, and free airport transfers for all guests.
Very good - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews
Very good · 309 reviews
Set in the heart of Dili, Plaza Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a 24/7 front desk and an on-site restaurant. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. Guests enjoy free on-site parking.
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Fabulous · 5 reviews
Situated in Dili, 1.5 km from Areia Branca Beach, JL World Hotel Dili features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.
Very good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Very good · 50 reviews
Facing the seafront in Dili, Dive Timor Guesthouse and Apartments has a year-round outdoor pool and a bar. There is an in-house restaurant and free private parking.
Balibo Fort Hotel is situated in Balibo and features an outdoor swimming pool. There is a restaurant serving American cuisine, and free private parking is available.
Guest review
Balibo Fort Hotel is a truly unique travel experience, the quality of stay was like nothing else we experienced in Timor Leste. The rooms themselves are modern, very clean and wonderfully decorated, whilst being surrounded by elements of the fort. The pool was an absolute highlight, with wonderful views of the local mountain ranges. The food was excellent, and there is a huge breakfast. The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive, it was so lovely to see so many young people getting experience in hospitality.
The hotel is in very close proximity to the Australian Flag House/Museum, and there is a wonderfully kept museum onsite at the entrance gateway, with a broader focus on Timor Leste's history.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Palm Springs Hotel Dili features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Dili. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space.
Guest review
An oasis in the middle of Dili
Excellent services
Security really good
Sunset INN by Pro-Ema is situated in Dili and features a bar. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Free WiFi and room service are available.
Guest review
Everything was perfect, more than hotel!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
Located in Dili, 1.8 km from Lusitana Beach, Palm Beach Hotel Dili provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.
Guest review
The staff are wonderful and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Timor Plaza Hotel & Apartments offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of Dili, complete with complimentary WiFi, free buffet breakfast, and free airport transfers for all guests.
Guest review
It’s location and staff’s behaviour
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Set in the heart of Dili, Plaza Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a 24/7 front desk and an on-site restaurant. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. Guests enjoy free on-site parking.
Guest review
All staff are astonishingly nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews
Facing the beachfront, Hotel Esplanada offers 3-star accommodation in Dili and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace.
Guest review
Great to see vegan options on the menu and plant based milks for breakfast. The location was perfect, central to everything with great views from the restaurant looking out to the ocean. Beautiful tropical setting around the pool and a very friendly staff member “Josh”.
Walking distance to an awesome Balinese day spa straight along the esplanade.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Situated in Dili, 1.5 km from Areia Branca Beach, JL World Hotel Dili features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.
Guest review
Rooms are amazing with huge King-sized bed. Great restaurant, close to Cristo Rei and opposite the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
CHONG TI HOTEL is offering accommodation in Dili. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.
Guest review
I do not get the mixed reviews. My room was big, with en-suite bathroom and hot shower, with A/C and very fast wifi. The receptionists were fun, friendly and helpful. Walking distance to Dili ferry. I was very positively surprised and would recommend the hotel to everyone looking for a budget accommodation in Dili.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Good · 329 reviews
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