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Hotels in Dili with a Pool

A pool makes a real difference in Dili's heat, and a handful of hotels have one. These are all the places we list with a pool, from good-value options to the city's top hotels.

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By David

Quick answer · as of September 2026

We list 8 places to stay in Dili with a pool: Hotel Dongshan (partner), Timor Lodge Hotel & Residence, Arbiru Beach Resort and more. Prices start from USD 40 a night at Hotel Dongshan. Rates are as of September 2026.

Places
8
Lowest from-price
USD 40

At a glance

Hotels in Dili with a Pool, September 2026
PlaceAreaPer night (USD)PoolBreakfast
Hotel Dongshan (partner)Comoro, DiliUSD 40–60 YesYes
Timor Lodge Hotel & ResidenceComoro, DiliUSD 48–100 YesNo
Arbiru Beach ResortWest Dili beachfrontUSD 73–130 YesYes
Hotel EsplanadaWaterfront, DiliUSD 80–150 YesNo
Timor Plaza Hotel & ApartmentsComoro, DiliUSD 100–190 YesNo
Hotel TimorCentral DiliUSD 118–180 YesYes
Novo Turismo Resort & SpaLecidere, DiliUSD 160–250 YesNo
Palm Springs Hotel DiliCentral DiliUSD 180–350 YesNo

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

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    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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    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

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    Hotel Esplanada

    Waterfront, Dili

    A long-standing waterfront hotel on Avenida de Portugal with two pool areas and a beachfront restaurant looking out to Atauro. Popular with families and first-time visitors.

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

    USD 80–150 / night

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    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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    Hotel Timor

    Central Dili

    One of Dili's longest-running hotels, in the government quarter a few minutes from the waterfront. Rooms around a courtyard pool, a relaxed restaurant and bar, and breakfast included.

    • Swimming pool
    • Breakfast included
    • Restaurant
    • +2 more

    USD 118–180 / night

  • resort

    Novo Turismo Resort & Spa

    Lecidere, Dili

    A resort-style hotel on the seafront east of the centre, with about 60 rooms, a large pool with a swim-up bar, a spa and a gym. One of the more polished options in the city.

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

    USD 160–250 / night

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    Palm Springs Hotel Dili

    Central Dili

    The most upmarket hotel in Dili, on raised ground above the city, with a pool, several restaurants, a rooftop bar, a fitness studio and conference rooms. Used for official visits and events.

    • Swimming pool
    • Restaurant
    • Wi-Fi
    • +1 more

    USD 180–350 / night

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