ARDO, Townsville
About the Hotel
Ardo - A rooftop infinity pool, Japanese dining, and spa in Townsville's seaside precinct
Ardo offers a 5-star experience with a rooftop infinity pool overlooking Magnetic Island, a full-service spa, and three on-site dining venues including Japanese cuisine at Terasu. Rooms feature air-conditioning, balconies with sea views, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, free WiFi, streaming services, and a work desk. The modern restaurant Terasu serves Japanese cuisine for lunch and dinner, while Marmor offers fine dining with steaks and seafood; the rooftop bar opens at 4:30pm weekdays. Spa facilities include massage therapies, an open-air bath, and a heated infinity pool open year-round. The hotel is a 16-minute walk from The Strand Beach and 6 km from Townsville International Airport, with the Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal nearby. Business amenities include meeting/banquet facilities, free WiFi with 25+ Mbps, and a 24-hour front desk with concierge. Family services include kid-friendly buffet options, family rooms, and daily housekeeping. Free on-site parking and an electric vehicle charging station are available. Breakfast is served at Ardo's sister property The Ville, a short walk away.
Pros
Rooftop infinity pool with uninterrupted views of Magnetic Island.
Three on-site restaurants: Japanese at Terasu, fine dining at Marmor, and rooftop bar.
Free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging station.
Rooms have balconies with sea views and spacious layouts.
Full spa with massage treatments and heated pool.
Cons
Breakfast is not on-site; guests must walk to the sister property The Ville.
Rooms lack coffee machines and amenities such as shower caps and cotton swabs.
Must-do experiences
- Stroll along The Strand for stunning sunset views and local cafes.
- Visit Reef HQ to learn about the Great Barrier Reef's wonders.
- Don't miss the Palmetum for a peaceful stroll among tropical flora.
- Try the local specialty, Townsville style fish and chips, at The Coffee Emporium.
- Explore the interactive exhibits at the Museum of Tropical Queensland.
Select your room type
- Ocean Accessible King or Twin Room2 persons33 sq. feet2 Single bedsAir conditioningBalconyroom details
- Ardo Suite2 persons40 sq. feet1 Double bedAir conditioningBalconyroom details
- Corner Suite2 persons73 sq. feet1 Double bedAir conditioningBalconyroom details
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Rooftop pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Casino
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Dining Onsite
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Guest reviews