Accommodation

Suppliers of accommodation in Dili and other places in Timor-Leste welcome particpants in the 2010 Darwin Dili Yacht Rally. 

Darwin to Dili Yacht Rally Getaway Special

Offered by Compass Charters, this great package is available between 3rd July – 17th July From 5 nights from AUD$749.00   Package includes:

  • Return Economy Airfare inclusive of taxes
  • 5 Nights Accommodation inc Breakfast
  • Airport Transfers
  • ½ day tour of Dili and districts 

For reservations or enquiries about longer stays please contact Kym Miller on email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Hotel Dili

Owned by the Favaro family since 1971, and located directly across the street from the Rally anchorage, the Hotel Dili offers a range accommodation ranging from economy rooms from USD39.50 to Deluxe Business Suites from USD130.00 per night.  All room rates include a continental breakfast, broadband internet connection and hospitality tax.

The Hotel Dili is holding some rooms available suitable for participants of Darwin Dili Yacht Rally. Here are the following types:
A. 1 x room in Business De Luxe – US $130.00/night (1 person), US $140.00/night (2 persons) and US $150.00/night (3 persons)
B. 3 x rooms in TG Suites De Luxe – US $122.00/night (1 person) and US $132.00/night (2 persons)
C. 3 x rooms in Superior Suites – US $78.50/night (1 person) and US $88.50/night (2 persons)
D. 2 x rooms in TG Superior – US $68.50/night (1 person) and US $ 78.50/night (2 persons)
E. 3 x rooms in Economy – US $39.50/night (1 person) and US $49.50/night (2 persons)

These rooms have been reserved temporarily from 4th July to 12th July, dates can be extended if required. A, B, C, D  have private/owned bathroom. E (Economy rooms) which has 6 guest rooms has 2 shared bathroom with hot and cold shower. Laundry service is also available, fees apply.  For full information on accommodation available click here.

The hotel offers a full range of services including dining, beer garden, laundry.  For reservations or further information, contact Mary Grace A Handugan, Front Office Supervisor on Phone +670 3313958, Mobile  +670 7420656, Fax: +670 3313081 or Emai: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Oceanview Beach Hotel

The Oceanview Beach Hotel, owned by Australian Danny Lee, first opened in 2001.  Address - Aldiea Metin 1 Bebonuk Dili, Timor Leste.  This beach front hotel is situated 15mins to the town centre and 15mins to the Airport. It has 20 rooms  with a price range of USD50-USD120 per night
 
The restaurant can accommodate up to 250 people and specialises in International, Steak & Seafood cuisine.  The average price of a main course is in the order of USD15.00.  If you require more information please do not hesitate to contact Danny Lee by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or mobile +670 723 6041

Telephone: +61 [8] 8920 4000 Facsimile: +61 [8] 8920 4095 Website: www.airnorth.com.au

 Com Beach Resort Com, Lospalos, Timor Leste

Approximately a 4 hour drive along the coast to the east of Dili, this new beachfront resort is in the district of Lospalos and within easy reach of Tutuala and Jaco Island. It is ideally suited for adventure travellers, backpackers, sunlovers - or in fact anyone looking for a taste of the tropics and with a sense of adventure. There are pristine beaches, mountain ranges and coral reefs with first-class diving and snorkelling. You can explore caves with fascinating tribal rock art, visit the ruins of old Portugese forts, plus there is year-round ocean fishing with dolphins and whales a common sight throughout. Alternatively if all you want to do is flop, swim, eat and flop again, Com Beach Resort is the perfect place to escape from the stress of and strain of everyday city life! Visitors can now enjoy this remote region of East Timor, without sacrificing comfort or worrying about where to stay. Com Beach Resort offers clean, comfortable good quality budget accommodation.

All rooms have air-conditioning, but often it is not needed thanks to the cooling ocean breeze in the evenings. En-suite shower, washbasin and Toilet are standard facilities. All linen is also provided.  There is a large Timorese-style ocean-side bar and restaurant plus an additional shady open-air dining area. It provides affordable meals, drinks, TV, ice, Fuel is also available on request.

There are many places of interest nearby and the area surrounding Com Beach Resort has an abundance of bird life including everything from eagles to parakeets. A population of monkeys can be found at a nearby lagoon and East Timor’s largest inland lake - Ira Lalaro is only a short drive away.

You can explore local villages where traditional customs and rituals are still adopted today. A trip to the colourful markets at Lospalos is a must, as is buying cheap fresh fish from the friendly fishermen. Visit nearby caves with fascinating tribal rock art, enjoy world-class diving and snorkelling, plus take a boat trip or 4WD to the spectacular beaches at Tutuala and Jaco Island. The white sands and azure seas, placing them amongst the best in the world.

The best ocean-fishing in the world? No experience needed, just go fishing and you will be hooked! Such is the abundance of fish in these waters that you are virtually guaranteed to make a record-breaking catch. 

Rooms range from USD25.00 to USD86.00 per night – click here for a full schedule of room rates. For reservations or enquiries phone : +670 3324227, +670 7234269, +670 7283311 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Timor Lodge Hotel - Dili

Located on Comoro Road, near the airport in Dili, Timor Lodge has the biggest swimming pool in Dili!  The Restaurant offers Pizza, Kebab's, Indian food on certain nights. Every Sunday offers Sunday Roast. The drinks are always cold.  A fantastic place to relax. 

Facilities and services include:

  • Back-up Power Generator
  • Banquet/Function Facilities
  • Car Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool
  • Laundry service available
  • Internet
  • Bar
  • TV 20 channel
  • 24 hour security and
  • A bus free to and from the air port.

 Rooms range from USD25.00 to USD80.00 per night – click here for a full schedule of room rates. For reservations or enquiries phone: +670 3324227, +670 7234269 or email:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Samata Backpackers Hostel - Same, Manufahi

Located in Same in the mountainous district of Manufahi, the Samata Backpackers Hostel is100% Timorese built and owned and would like to encourage you all to visit and stay in this wonderful community (only AUS$10 per night inc. breakfast). We can take you on adventurous walks to hidden valleys plus walks up magnificent Mt Cablaqui and down to the monkey forest. There are  rivers flowing all year round and cool evenings with no mosquitos. Or you can just enjoy Timor-Leste company and culture. We can help you to get there on the local bus or we can arrange special transport.

If you require more information please do not hesitate to contact Paul Jeavons by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it    I'm happy to see you all coming to Timor leste, we have been waiting for 4 years for tourists!. P.S. If all of you could buy childrens books (second hand is fine) and take them with you it would be fantastic (the kids asked me to do this !).