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OverviewLocated directly above the US departures terminal at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), the Fairmont Vancouver Airport is popular with travellers who require a convenient layover stay without leaving the airport.
This hotel has 392 air-conditioned guest rooms and suites, all of which offer cable TV, a mini-bar, a coffee/tea maker, a bathrobe for each guest, a desk, a hair dryer, and an iron/ironing board. Rooms come with two queen beds or one king bed, while deluxe and signature rooms offer more space. Wi-Fi is available for these rooms for a fee of $13.95 + tax per night. Pets are permitted for $25/night.
The Sea Island suite has a separate bedroom and living room and includes the standard amenities plus free Wi-Fi, while the Jade Suite also offers a private concierge and a kitchenette.
Hotel amenities include airline check-in for major carriers in the lobby, 8,800 square feet of meeting space, a 24-hour business centre, a spa, and a health club. Parking is available for $10/night.
The Fairmont Vancouver Airport offers on-site dining at Globe@YVR (open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner) and Jetside Bar, which serves appetizers and snacks (open daily from 11:00 am to midnight).
The hotel is approximately a 23-minute drive from downtown Vancouver. The YVR Airport SkyTrain Station (located at the west end of the airport) links the airport to downtown Vancouver in roughly 20 minutes, and downtown Richmond in approximately 10 minutes. (All distances and travel time estimates: Google Maps)
Verified with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi is $13.95 + tax per night, self-parking is $10 per night, pets are $25 per pet, per night. (Call date: Oct. 5th, 2012)
The GoodThe majority of reviews consulted for this analysis were positive with much praise going to the hotel's location, rooms, and staff.
Most guests were pleased with the location of this hotel. They described it as being attached to the airport and ideal for a layover stop or an early morning flight. Departure terminals were mentioned as being within walking distance, and one guest remarked they "couldn't be closer to the airport".
Several reviewers complimented their accommodations, mentioning "exquisitely comfy" beds with high quality bedding and linens, and clean and quiet rooms. The views of the runway and surrounding mountains were also enjoyed by many guests.
The staff were characterized as very friendly, efficient and professional by many lodgers, and the check-in at the front desk was described as fast. Other compliments for the hotel included the food at the on-site restaurant, the spa, and the well-equipped health club.
The Bad
While most of the reviews consulted for this analysis were quite positive, there were a few common complaints among them, which included the Wi-Fi fee, and the bathroom window.Some guests felt that given the cost of their rooms at the Fairmont, Wi-Fi should have been included in the price, instead of being $13.95 + tax per 24 hours.
A few reviewers made mention of the bathroom window in their rooms. They described the window as looking out into the rest of the room and said that you could clearly see the shower from outside the bathroom. These reviewers felt this layout was not for everyone as it did not provide enough privacy.
TripAdvisor.com guest reviews ranked the hotel #1 out of 26 Richmond hotels from 509 reviews.
Expedia.ca guest reviews rated the hotel 4.7 out of 5 with a 95% recommendation rate from 145 reviews. Hotels.com guest reviews rated the hotel 4.8 out of 5 from 74 reviews.
Verified with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi is $13.95 + tax per night, self-parking is $10 per night, pets are $25 per pet, per night. (Call date: Oct. 5th, 2012).
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Analyzed by Erin H.
Erin loves to travel, and considers it her personal mission to help fellow travellers get the inside scoop, both good and bad, on Canadian Hotels.
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9.1
Excellent
#1 out of 25
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Guest Rating Explained
Rating: 9.1 / 10
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7.2 |
| Service: |
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| Value: |
6.8 |
Details
No. of guest reviews: 844
Guest Recommended: Yes
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Guest Ranking Explained
Fairmont Vancouver Airport is #1 out of 25 hotels in Richmond ranked by the ratings provided by guests.
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Amenities
- Business Center
- Room Service
- High-speed Internet
- Fitness Room/Gym
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Swimming pool
- Pet Friendly
- Concierge
- Valet Parking
- Massage / Beauty Centre
- Bar / Lounge
- Elevator / Lift
- 24 Hour Reception
- Dry Cleaning
- Babysitting / Child Services
- Air Conditioned
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Golf Course
- Banquet Facilities
- Conference Room(s)
- Currency Exchange
- Multilingual Staff
- Safe-Deposit Box
- Sauna
- Security Guard
- News Stand
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- ATM / Cash Machine
- Mini Bar
- Refrigerator
- Cable / Satellite TV
- Secretarial Service
- In Room Movies
- Connecting Rooms
- Bath / Hot Tub
- Porters
- Wake-up Service
- Meeting Rooms
- Kitchenette
- Coffee / Tea Maker
- Microwave
- Hair Dryer
- TV
- CD Player
- Laundry service
- Spa bath / Jacuzzi
- Shops
- Garden
- Scuba Diving
- Water Activities
- Fishing
- Photocopier
- Desk
- Facsimile
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- Full-service catering
- Ceremonies
- Salon
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Spa & Wellness Centre
- Facial Treatments
- Internet Connection (wireless)
- Bathrobes
- Towels
- Shower
- En suite
- Private Bathroom
- Child Pool
- Pool Indoor
- Cots
- Highchairs
- Coffee Shop/Cafeteria
- Breakfast in the Room
- Luggage Storage
- Allergy-Free Room Available
- Designated Smoking Area
- Souvenirs/Gift Shop
- Family Room
- Room Service
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