3-Star Hotels in Dili, Timor-Leste

First of all: the staff were very friendly and helped quickly (e.g. ordering a taxi, and a free ride to the airport at 7 a.m. on the last day)! The location and outdoor facilities don't live up to what the Excelsior Resort name suggests. The pool was a disgrace (but at least usable), the loungers were broken, and there wasn't a bit of greenery around it! Everything was gray, with partially broken paths. Walking to Timor Plaza in the blazing sun was impossible; it took at least 20 minutes, so I'd pay a taxi! I would completely disagree with what other guests said in their descriptions: ”restaurants and shops nearby.” There's no such thing! I spent 3 days in Dili, but unfortunately I didn't go into the sea once; there was no beach nearby. Taxis can be divided into 2 categories: the blue ones are OK (because they have a fair meter), while the yellow ones require negotiation; the price is usually much too high. I took a blue one to Christo Rei's, which was OK! Breakfast was rather spartan!

If you have matters to visit in Dili, basically choices are limited due to city size. This hotel is like second or third choices in Dili but provided okay level service.

I had an early morning flight and had to check out at midnight, so I went to bed early. Just after I slept for a while, the shrill alarm sounded, so I quickly got dressed and prepared to evacuate. At this time, another shrill male voice was speaking loudly incomprehensible words. I hurried downstairs to ask the reason, and found out that someone secretly smoked and triggered the alarm... I couldn't fall asleep when I returned to the room, and checked out in a daze before three o'clock. Shouldn't the hotel apologize or even compensate me?

Everything was great, and the environment was very nice, but the hotel didn't have 24-hour online service, which I hope can be improved.

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.