Where to stay
Where to Stay in Atauro Island
Nearly all accommodation on Atauro is around Beloi, where the ferries land, and most of it is simple beachfront bungalows. Power, water and internet are limited, and there are no ATMs on the island, so bring enough US dollars in cash from Dili.
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By David
Quick answer · as of September 2026
Where to stay on Atauro Island: eco-lodges and dive resorts around Beloi, most with three meals included, from USD 15 homestays to USD 95 full board. We list 4 places here.
- Places listed
- 4
- Nightly range
- USD 15–95
- Best for
- Divers and snorkellers, Couples wanting quiet
Most places include three meals because there are few restaurants. Prices are usually per person, not per room, so compare carefully. Book ahead for weekends and whale season (October and November).
Prices compared
| Place | Area | Per night (USD) | Pool | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estevão's Homestay | Atauro | USD 15–20 | No | No |
| Atauro Dive Resort | Beloi, Atauro | USD 50–70 | No | Yes |
| Barry's Place | Beloi, Atauro | USD 60 | No | Yes |
| Beloi Beach Hotel Dive Resort | Beloi, Atauro | USD 95 | No | Yes |
Shortlists: Atauro Island Hotels with Breakfast Included
All places to stay in Atauro Island
homestay
Estevão's Homestay
Atauro
A simple family homestay near the beach, and one of the cheapest ways to stay on Atauro. Expect basic rooms and home cooking; confirm meals and the exact location when you book.
- Beachfront
USD 15–20 / night
resort
Atauro Dive Resort
Beloi, Atauro
A small dive resort 10 minutes' walk south of Beloi jetty with garden rooms, beachfront bungalows, family-style meals and its own dive centre and house reef. Runs its own fast boat to Dili.
- Breakfast included
- Restaurant
- Beachfront
- +1 more
USD 50–70 / night
eco lodge
Barry's Place
Beloi, Atauro
The best-known eco-lodge on Atauro: thatched bungalows in a garden by the beach at Beloi, with three meals a day included at set times. Bookings are by WhatsApp only, and internet is patchy.
- Breakfast included
- Restaurant
- Beachfront
USD 60 / night
resort
Beloi Beach Hotel Dive Resort
Beloi, Atauro
The most comfortable place to stay on Atauro, with air-conditioned rooms, hot water, 24-hour electricity and a dive centre. Rates include three meals, and packages can include the speedboat from Dili.
- Breakfast included
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- +2 more
USD 95 / night
Staying a month or more? See long stays and monthly rentals.
Frequently asked questions
Do Atauro stays include meals?
Most do. Barry's Place, Atauro Dive Resort and Beloi Beach Hotel all quote rates that include breakfast, lunch and dinner, as of September 2026.
Can I pay by card on Atauro?
Assume not. There are no ATMs on Atauro and card payments are rare. Bring US dollars in cash from Dili.
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