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Palm Springs Hotel Dili

Dili, Timor-Leste

Palm Springs Hotel Dili is the first five-star hotel in Dili, Timor-Leste, offering 150 rooms and suites with modern amenities. It features four restaurants including the rooftop bar The Sail, which serves grilled specialties and cocktails with panoramic ocean views. The hotel also provides a swimming pool, fitness centre, and eight versatile event spaces.

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93.9/100 · EMPTYJET Consensus

“Situated in the commercial heart of Dili and minutes from Nicolau Lobato International Airport, Palm Springs Hotel Dili suits travellers who need scale and facilities in the city.”

The EMPTYJET dossier

Overview

Palm Springs Hotel Dili stands as a prominent hospitality address in Dili, Timor-Leste, recognised as the city’s first five-star property. With 150 guest rooms and suites spread across nine floors, the hotel caters to both business and leisure travellers seeking contemporary comfort in the commercial centre of the capital. The property features a diverse array of dining venues, an outdoor swimming pool, a fully equipped fitness centre, and extensive event facilities, including eight function rooms and a grand ballroom. Its location places guests minutes from Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport, making it a convenient choice for international arrivals and departures. The hotel’s official nightly rate is about US$245, reflecting its positioning in the upper tier of Dili’s accommodation market.

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Why EMPTYJET selects it

Palm Springs Hotel Dili appears in the EMPTYJET catalogue of 7,777 hotels on Earth and carries an EMPTYJET Consensus of 93/100. It is recognised as Best in Country — N°1 house in Timor-Leste. The property offers 150 guest rooms and suites across 9 floors, multiple dining venues (Cove, Nodu Restaurant, The Sail, Caffè Cino), a rooftop bar with panoramic ocean views, an outdoor swimming pool, a fully equipped fitness center and 670 sqm of event space across eight function rooms.

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Rooms & suites

The hotel offers 150 guest rooms and suites distributed across nine floors, providing a range of accommodation options to suit different preferences. Standard room categories include the Deluxe King Room, featuring a king bed, balcony, rain shower, and modern amenities, and the Deluxe Twin Room, which offers twin beds, a balcony, rain shower, and similar comforts. The Studio Room is equipped with a king bed, kitchenette, sofa bed, and additional modern comforts, catering to guests seeking extra space or longer stays.

For those desiring more spacious or premium accommodation, the Executive Suite provides a king bed, mini bar, and coffee machine, while the Ambassador Suite adds beautiful views and premium in-room amenities. The Presidential Suite is the hotel’s signature accommodation, offering sea views, a king bed, lounge, dining area, office space, and premium comforts. All rooms are fitted with double-glazed windows, rain showers, premium branded toiletries, and an iron and ironing board, ensuring a consistent standard of comfort throughout the property.

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Spa & wellness

The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a fully equipped fitness centre, providing guests with opportunities for relaxation and exercise during their stay. These facilities complement the property’s focus on contemporary comfort and convenience.

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Service & reputation

These ratings indicate a consistently positive guest experience, particularly in service and hospitality.

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Location & setting

The hotel is situated in the commercial centre of Dili, Timor-Leste, placing guests within easy reach of the city’s business and administrative districts. Its proximity to Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport—approximately 4 km away—ensures convenient access for international travellers. The central location also positions the property as a practical base for exploring Dili’s urban attractions and conducting business in the capital.

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The EMPTYJET verdict

Situated in the commercial heart of Dili and minutes from Nicolau Lobato International Airport, Palm Springs Hotel Dili suits travellers who need scale and facilities in the city. Its 150 rooms and suites, ballroom (285 sqm, capacity up to 260 guests) and multiple meeting rooms make it a practical choice for conferences and events. Dining options range from contemporary offerings at Cove and modern Chinese at Nodu to rooftop cocktails at The Sail and casual service at Caffè Cino. With an outdoor pool, fitness centre and a typical nightly rate of about US$245, the hotel answers both business demands and extended stays.

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Good to know

The typical nightly rate at Palm Springs Hotel Dili is about US$245. The property offers 670 sqm of versatile event space, including eight function rooms and a ballroom with a capacity of up to 260 guests. State Rooms and Ballroom 1 benefit from natural daylight, and event spaces are distributed across the 2nd and 9th floors. The hotel’s facilities include multiple restaurants, a swimming pool, bar, fitness centre, and meeting rooms.

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EMPTYJET dossier · 718 words · 2 research passes · config 1.6.0 · 22 Aug 2026

At a glance

Location
Dili, Timor-Leste
Nearest airport
DIL · Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport · 4 km · ≈ 15 min
Hotel type
City
Rooms & suites
150 rooms

EMPTYJET Consensus

93.9 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

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Analysed from 487 guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trip.com and Agoda.

Most noted: service.

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