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Studio and Serviced Apartments in Dili

Studios and apartments in Dili for longer stays, families and anyone who wants more space than a hotel room. Most have a kitchen or kitchenette; check the table, and ask about cleaning, laundry and monthly rates.

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By David

Quick answer · as of September 2026

We list 5 places to stay in Dili with studios or serviced apartments: Hotel Dongshan (partner), Timor Lodge Hotel & Residence, Beachside Hotel & Cafe and more. Prices start from USD 40 a night at Hotel Dongshan. Rates are as of September 2026.

Places
5
Lowest from-price
USD 40

At a glance

Studio and Serviced Apartments in Dili, September 2026
PlaceAreaPer night (USD)PoolBreakfastKitchen
Hotel Dongshan (partner)Comoro, DiliUSD 40–60 YesYesAsk
Timor Lodge Hotel & ResidenceComoro, DiliUSD 48–100 YesNoYes
Beachside Hotel & CafeWaterfront, DiliUSD 50–90 NoYesYes
Arbiru Beach ResortWest Dili beachfrontUSD 73–130 YesYesYes
Timor Plaza Hotel & ApartmentsComoro, DiliUSD 100–190 YesNoYes

The places

  • hotel

    Partner

    Hotel 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

  • 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

  • hotel

    Beachside Hotel & Cafe

    Waterfront, Dili

    A small waterfront hotel with rooms and studios, some with kitchenettes, and a café. Breakfast is included. A good mid-priced base for walking the promenade.

    • Breakfast included
    • Kitchen
    • Wi-Fi
    • +2 more

    USD 50–90 / night

  • apartment

    Arbiru Beach Resort

    West Dili beachfront

    Beachside apartments in west Dili with kitchenettes, an infinity pool and a restaurant. Breakfast, daily laundry and cleaning are included, so it works well for stays of a week or more.

    • Swimming pool
    • Breakfast included
    • Laundry
    • +5 more

    USD 73–130 / night

  • hotel

    Timor Plaza Hotel & Apartments

    Comoro, Dili

    Occupies the upper floors of the Timor Plaza complex in Comoro, with a pool, a rooftop restaurant and serviced apartments. Having the mall downstairs is very convenient, especially for longer stays.

    • Swimming pool
    • Restaurant
    • Wi-Fi
    • +2 more

    USD 100–190 / night

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What to check before you book

Ask whether the kitchen is a full kitchen or a kitchenette, how often rooms are cleaned, whether laundry is included, and what the monthly rate covers: utilities, Wi-Fi and generator back-up can all add to a low headline price.

For a month or more, read our guide to monthly rentals and long stays in Dili.

See all places to stay in Dili, including options outside this shortlist.

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