Homestays in Dili, Timor-Leste

Overall good experience, excellent communication with Mr Gogo via WhatsApp. Room service is available. They take Visa cards but don't leave it until the last minute in case the machine isn't working (internet connection). If you want to be sure of Visa payment, settle your bill the day before checkout. They will do all possible to facilitate using the payment of your choice. Staff were very friendly, always happy to help and spoke English, some quite well. Pool was clean but needs more lounges and pool towels. AC worked well. Internet was spotty, sometimes good, sometimes slow or cutting in and out. Good variety of food at breakfast-local food and omlettes/toast.

Free laundry service, which was a nice perk. However, the breakfast selection was quite limited.

First of all, there is nothing fun in East Timor. It is relatively scarce in terms of tourism resources, transportation is not convenient, and prices are relatively high. Then as for the hotel, it is just so-so, a bit like the guesthouses in China. The facilities are relatively old and the business is relatively small. There are no slippers in the room, and you don’t have to bring your own toothbrush or other toiletries. There is no free mineral water, only bottled water service, which can only be said to be make do. The free breakfast is relatively small. It may be because it is closer to the airport and the transportation is more convenient. The infrastructure of the whole East Timor is really poor.

We had a great stay at the Luxury Duplex in Dili. The owner was extremely welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The amenities are excellent, the rooms are very comfortable, and the air conditioning works perfectly. Everything was well maintained and made our stay easy and pleasant. We would definitely recommend this place.