The Fairmont Vancouver Airport is the only soundproofed- luxury hotel and spa within Vancouver*s International Airport. No shuttle is required. Vancouver- British Columbia is the centre of international commerce- travel- and excitement for the upcoming 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. In these surroundings- The Fairmont Vancouver Airport leads the way to a new level of luxury for airport hotels. In addition to exceptional accommodations- this AAA | CAA 4-diamond airport hotel also features state of the art meeting facilities | a lavish Health Club and Spa- and breathtaking floor-to-ceiling- soundproofed views. Also- take advantage of the many promotions and special events throughout the year. The Fairmont Vancouver Airport hotel is located in the suburb of Richmond (20 minutes south of Vancouver) within the Vancouver International Airport (YVR)- directly above the US departures terminal - a two-minute stroll from the luggage carousels. The Fairmont Vancouver Airport hotel is only minutes from the newly opened Richmond Olympic Oval- a key landmark and venue for sports and the upcoming 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games. ANOTHER AWARD Conde Nast Traveller 2009 Readers Choice Awards selected The Fairmont Vancouver Airport as number 2 hotel in Canada.