Tim Richardson, Chief Executive Officer of The Ville Resort-Casino,Ardo,and the Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre, explains that The Ville is a cornerstone of a broader vision set in motion by Morris, the founder of Computershare, an ASX-listed tech giant.“He purchased The Ville in 2014 through one of his tourism companies, and since then, it’s undergone a substantial transformation.” The revitalization includes a $45 million refurbishment of the existing Ville Resort-Casino and the recent unveiling of Ardo—a dazzling fivestar addition to the Townsville skyline. The Ville’s redevelopment modernized nearly every aspect of the property, from expanded restaurant offerings to a luxurious Californian-style pool and spacious function spaces. However, as Richardson points out, it also shifted the perception of the venue itself. “It opened up what we used to refer to as the back of the property,” he says. “Now we refer to it as the front—capitalizing on the incredible views over Magnetic Island and the Coral Sea.” TROPICAL COMFORT MEETS MODERN ELEGANCE Brent Clark, General Manager of Hotels and Property Services, offers an in-depth look into how The Ville and Ardo cater to various guest preferences— seamlessly blending tropical flair with sophisticated comfort. “The Ville has three different types of rooms across nine floors,” Clark explains.“We have Deluxe, Resort, and Executive levels. The Resort rooms, refurbished about eight years ago, have a real tropical Queensland feel—tongue-and-groove walls, custom palm print carpets, and open modern layouts.” Where The Ville exudes contemporary warmth and local character, Ardo represents a leap into luxury. Completed in late 2023 for $90 million,Ardo stands as Townsville’s first five-star property. “Ardo is incredibly modern,” Clark says. “It has 132 rooms, all with balconies. Eight Ardo Suites with bathtubs on the balconies and several Corner Suites offer sweeping verandas and views over the Coral Sea, Magnetic Island, or the marina up to Castle Hill. It’s beautifully designed—cork flooring, textured tiles, and an indoor-outdoor aesthetic that reflects North Queensland’s natural beauty.” AWARD-WINNING FLAVOUR For guests eager to indulge their taste buds, the culinary offerings at The Ville and Ardo are nothing short of exceptional. They stand proudly alongside the precinct’s world-class accommodations as a defining feature of the guest experience. Whether 83 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 04 THE VILLE RESORT – CASINO AND ARDO
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