Where to stay
Best Value Places to Stay in Dili
The best-value private rooms and dorm beds in Dili, all starting under USD 50 a night. Some include breakfast or a pool; others are simple rooms. Air conditioning and hot water vary, so check before booking.
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By David
Quick answer · as of September 2026
We list 5 places to stay in Dili on a budget (under USD 50): Hotel Dongshan (partner), daTerra Bebonuk Hostel, Casa Minha Backpackers and more. Prices start from USD 11 a night at daTerra Bebonuk Hostel. Rates are as of September 2026.
- Places
- 5
- Lowest from-price
- USD 11
At a glance
| Place | Area | Per night (USD) | Pool | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Dongshan (partner) | Comoro, Dili | USD 40–60 | Yes | Yes |
| daTerra Bebonuk Hostel | Bebonuk, Dili | USD 11–30 | No | No |
| Casa Minha Backpackers | Bebonuk, Dili | USD 12–30 | No | No |
| Chong Ti Hotel | Caicoli, central Dili | USD 28–45 | No | No |
| Timor Lodge Hotel & Residence | Comoro, Dili | USD 48–100 | Yes | No |
The places
hotel
PartnerHotel Dongshan
Comoro, Dili
A mid-sized hotel in Comoro, west Dili, with a pool, large bedrooms and studio apartments. Breakfast, laundry and cleaning are included, which makes it good value for monthly stays.
- Swimming pool
- Breakfast included
- Laundry
- +2 more
USD 40–60 / night
USD 800–1,000 / month
hostel
daTerra Bebonuk Hostel
Bebonuk, Dili
A relaxed hostel in Bebonuk from the daTerra group, known for farm-to-table meals from its own agroecology projects. Dorms with shared bathrooms and a few private rooms.
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
USD 11–30 / night
hostel
Casa Minha Backpackers
Bebonuk, Dili
A backpacker hostel with a bar and restaurant in Bebonuk, west Dili, offering dorm beds and simple private rooms. A good place to meet other travellers and share transport.
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
USD 12–30 / night
hotel
Chong Ti Hotel
Caicoli, central Dili
A no-frills hotel in central Dili near the national stadium, with air conditioning, hot showers and Starlink Wi-Fi. Good value for a short stay on a budget.
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
USD 28–45 / night
hotel
Timor Lodge Hotel & Residence
Comoro, Dili
A large compound near the airport with cabin-style rooms, studios and small houses, a pool, gym and sports courts. Practical for early flights and for travellers who want space.
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Wi-Fi
- +3 more
USD 48–100 / night
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