Fairmont Vancouver Airport Welcomes New General Manager, Rudi Heider

Fairmont Vancouver Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of  Rudi Heider as hotel General Manager. Rudi brings a dynamic blend of leadership, global perspective, and hospitality excellence to one of Canada’s most celebrated airport hotels.

Born and raised in Germany, Rudi began his hospitality journey as a server at the Four Seasons in Berlin where he was driven by the energy, teamwork, and meaningful connections in the industry. A seasoned hotelier, Rudi has successfully led teams across international borders, earning both regional and global recognition. As Director of Operations at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, he continued to elevate guest experiences and operational excellence at one of Canada’s most renowned resorts.

His leadership style, shaped by mentors who modeled humility, consistency, and a deep sense of purpose, focuses on empowering teams to work in perfect harmony, much like a well-conducted symphony.

“Creating memorable, even life-changing, guest experiences have always been my greatest motivation,” says Rudi Heider, General Manager. “Every day in hospitality offers something new, and I’m excited to lead a team that makes the impossible feel effortless”.

Rudi brings his experience and passion for hospitality to Fairmont Vancouver Airport, consistently ranked among the world’s top airport hotels. Now in Vancouver, Rudi and his Canadian wife settled on the West Coast for its natural beauty, lifestyle, and exceptional quality of life. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, tennis, cooking, and long walks in Pacific Spirit Park with his wife and their dog, Spätzle.

About Fairmont Vancouver Airport
Consistently ranked among the top five airport hotels in the world by Skytrax, Fairmont Vancouver Airport is a luxurious sanctuary perfectly situated within Vancouver International Airport—just 90 steps from U.S. Departures. Whether you’re arriving, departing, or simply passing through, experience elevated comfort surrounded by refined interiors and breathtaking mountain vistas. Unwind with thoughtfully curated wellness experiences, savor seasonally inspired Pacific Northwest cuisine, and enjoy live music—all without ever leaving the terminal. Each elegantly appointed guest room features plush pillow-top beds, deep soaker tubs, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the runways and airside activity.