Where to stay
Hotel Esplanada
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.
Last verified: Checked against official sources and operators
By David
Quick answer · as of September 2026
Hotel Esplanada is a hotel in Waterfront, Dili, with rooms from USD 80–150 per night. Across the road from the beach.
- Type
- Hotel
- Area
- Waterfront, Dili
- Nightly
- USD 80–150 per night
- Facilities
- Swimming pool, Restaurant, Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Parking
At a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Type | Hotel |
| Area | Waterfront, Dili |
| Nightly | USD 80–150 per night |
| Facilities | Swimming pool, Restaurant, Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Parking |
Typical rates seen on Rezerva and booking platforms, July to September 2026.
What stands out
- Across the road from the beach
- Two pool areas
- Views across the bay to Atauro
Who it suits
- First visits
- Families
- Sunset walks along the promenade
Worth knowing
- Road noise in street-facing rooms
Location
Location
Hotel EsplanadaAvenida de Portugal, DiliWaterfront, Dili-8.5466, 125.5534
Open in Google Maps| To | Travel time | Straight-line distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dili airport | Not measured yet | 3.2 km |
| Timor Plaza | Not measured yet | – |
| Central waterfront | Not measured yet | – |
| Atauro ferry (Porto Dili) | Not measured yet | 2.6 km |
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