Balibo Fort Hotel

Hotels
9.1 (34 reviews)
Balibo Fort Hotel 22JV+H25 , Balibo , tl

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Non-smoking throughout
Fruits
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing views
Quietness
Wonderful atmosphere
Comfortable bed
Delicious food
Cons:
Road to reach the hotel
No wifi in bedrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.74
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.71
Specific sentiment from text: 'I would stay again and highly recommend it.'
Location
9.75
Specific sentiment from text: 'Loved the location.'
Room Quality
9.2
Specific sentiment from text: 'Wonderful hotel, comfortable bed.'
Amenities
8.23
Specific sentiment from text: 'No wifi in bedrooms.'
Value for Money
8.69
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.24
Specific sentiment from text: 'Delicious food.'
Overall Experience
9.21
Overall positive sentiment from reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 23:44

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and elegance in our air-conditioned rooms at Balibo Fort Hotel. Relax and unwind in style during your stay in Balibo.

Delicious Dining Options
Satisfy your taste buds at our on-site restaurant offering a variety of culinary delights. Indulge in flavorful dishes without leaving the hotel premises.

Convenient Location
Located just 34 km from Atambua Airport, our hotel provides easy access for travelers. Enjoy a seamless journey to and from the airport for a stress-free stay.

Book your stay at Balibo Fort Hotel now for a memorable and enjoyable experience.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 34 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.74
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 9.24
Overall Experience: 9.21
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Sarah • solo_traveller • tl
10
Lovely getaway from Dili!
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful place with gorgeous greenery. The weather is great - a perfect getaway from Dili

Cons:

The food prices are quite high which was a bit of a challenge. But, understandable as they probably must bring everything from distant markets.

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Nunes • couple • pt
8
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Shawn • extended_group • ca
10
Wonderful stay … the views are amazing
Pros:

Loved the location

2025-11-12 • via Nuitee
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Sing • family_with_children • tl
9
Pros:

Quietness

Cons:

The road to reach the hotel

2025-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • au
8
Enjoyed our stay and what they have built there. Would recomend.
Pros:

Loved the atmosphere and the little bit of luxury they have developed there. The museum was interesting as was the town. Would have liked to do a few walks there, but decided to just chill there.

Cons:

Seems that the road up to the town is undergoing some much required attention and will assist with the journey.
Getting there can be difficult.. Either a car or a local bus.. We took the local bus option that leaves at 6 in the morning and gets there about 10am. it was squashy but mostly bearable.. The bus stops right next to the fort.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Gilchrist • extended_group • tl
10
2025-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • au
10
Pros:

It is such a wonderful and exceptional place to stay.

Cons:

No wifi in bedrooms!

2025-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Aidica00 • solo_traveller • us
10
I felt like a princess
Pros:

Wonderful hotel, comfortable bed, delicious food, great view.
You need an suv to get here.
I would stay again and highly recommend it.

2025-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • family_with_children • au
8
2025-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Leo • group • tl
9
Superb
Pros:

Excellent location. Try and make it there in time for the sunset. Hire a guide to show you the cave not too far from town.

2025-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Gilles • solo traveller • my
8
Great Design in Historic Location
Pros:

Fantastic location inside the Fort. Great design and the Museum is very informative.

Cons:

Somewhat limited food choices probably due to low occupancy

2025-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • with friends • au
10
Exceptional
2024-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Ian • young couple • au
9
we spent a nice relaxing couple of days in the surrounds of the fort.
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent, lots of it. Staff were helpful & friendly. The swimming pool was very well maintained & quiet. The chicken curry was very tasteful.

Cons:

Nothing.

2024-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • with friends • au
9
Unexpected highlight of my Timor-Leste trip!
Pros:

Location and views, infinity pool overlooking mountains, museum, moonlight screening of the ‘Balibo’ movie, excellent included breakfast, good lunch and dinner options.

2024-11-07 • via Nuitee
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David • solo traveller • au
9
Stunning hotel
Pros:

The staff were both lovely and helpful.
The views are breathtaking, especially at sunrise and sunset.
The pool is stunning.
The food was good.

Cons:

The room was very nice, but probably due for a bit of maintenance.

2024-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Julie • review category business travellers • au
10
Truly memorable.
Pros:

Beautiful location and fascinating history.

2024-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Beverley • with friends • au
9
The staff were most helpful and extremely friendly. The view and surrounds really provide a great opportunity to learn a
Pros:

Been there before

Cons:

The WiFi was very poor

2024-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Clare • family with young children • nz
10
Exceptional
2024-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Alain • young couple • sg
9
Exceptional location and service
Pros:

Location. Clean. View Food. Service

Cons:

Internet connection only a few hours a day at the restaurant.

2024-08-03 • via Nuitee