Several accommodation options are available for students in Timor Leste. Whether you intend to stay alone as an individual or as a group, there are many options available.
Apartments
There are many apartments around Timor Leste. Though a bit more expensive than most other forms of accommodation, they offer the best in terms of facilities. Most apartments come fully furnished with basic requirements like a bed, wardrobe, kitchen, and stove, etc. Amenities may include bedding, bathrooms, Balcony, Elevator access, television, a couch, kitchen with furniture, to mention but a few. Some apartments found include Villa Futo Apartments, Villa Formosa, and Brighton Apartments, to mention but a few.
Student Residence/ Dormitories
Student dormitories offer the best in terms of facilities and convenience and are relatively cheaper than other forms of accommodation. There are various residential colleges and student dormitories that offer accommodation for students.
Homestays
Homestays offer the opportunity to live with Timorese families. Living with a Timorese family allows you to participate in family social events, learn the local languages and increase your knowledge of cultural and historical aspects of Timor Leste. Homestays in Timor Leste include Dilli Homestay, Olandino Fernandes Xavier homestay, De Dotty homestay, Alto Balide, Rosa Prega, and Aquino home, to mention but a few.
Home Rentals
Students can also rent any one of many rooms from locals in Timor Leste. This is sometimes cheaper as they can pay at once for say a month. Living conditions are normal and students can negotiate all other issues with the landlord.
Shared Flats
There are many shared flats in Timor Leste where students can live together with other tenants, each with their room. Some flats offer shared amenities including kitchen, couch, living area, lounge, bathrooms, etc.
