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Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton

3.0 star property
Travelers can enjoy a meal at the American cuisine bistro, handle work tasks at the 24-hour business center, or squeeze in a workout at the gym

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Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton in Kernighan offers a welcoming base with American cuisine at the Bistro. Guests enjoy practical amenities: a 24-hour gym, business center, indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and attentive staff.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi

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  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton is in Kernighan, a neighborhood in Hamilton with good airport proximity. Whitehern Historic House & Garden National Historic Site and Hamilton Cemetery are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Landmark Cinemas Jackson Square and Willow Valley Golf Course. Cameron Speedway & Amusements and Pearl Company Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
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1224 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C3B1

What's nearby

  • HAMILTON, CANADA - MAY 2019: The campus of McMaster University, with the path leading to the main science building.
    McMaster University
    9 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Night aerial photo First Ontario Center
    TD Coliseum
    14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • African Lion Safari
    African Lion Safari
    31 min drive - 29.2 miles
  • Mississauga_SquareOneShoppingCentre_553248621563220623-2
    Square One Shopping Centre
    39 min drive - 42.4 miles
  • Lazermania
    5 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton GO Centre
    13 min drive
  • John C. Munro Hamilton Intl. Airport (YHM)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    8 min walk
  • Mandarin Buffet
    15 min walk
  • East Side Mario's
    11 min walk
  • Spicebros
    11 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    19 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (CAD 60 per week)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CAD 7 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 46,748 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 7 to 20 per person
  • Extended parking fee: CAD 60 per week

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon.

What time is check-out at Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton located?

Located in Kernighan, this hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Mohawk College and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Chedoke Falls. Cameron Speedway & Amusements and Central Presbyterian Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1004 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Margery

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Our stay was great, staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

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Room was clean, bed was comfortable. It all met our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

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Comfy beds, great gym and friendly staff !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juan Miguel

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Great Hotel, My First, time in Cañada.I was a little bit disappointed with the fact that there was no free coffee available like in the states. But yes I will recommend this hotel, who is not a coffee drinker. Very nice, very clean and the staff very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simson

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Good servic.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clara

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Great location, quiet despite being on a main street, nice courtyard to enjoy during the stay. Good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern rooms. Nice restaurant on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jodie

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Perfect little getaway spot! Kids loved the pool and hot tub. Staff were amazing, friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and facilities, convenient location, responsive, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elissia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, welcoming and very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Lissette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spacious room, shower door did not stay closed. The air conditioner was very loud throughout the night. Was only there for one night so did get to use all the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kayla

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Easy check in and nice building, had good food as well
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

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Excellent, clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jen

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Fantastic gym.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

adia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, Staff was very helpful. I wish the pool was open later.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tons of things to do, and places to visit nearby! Many stores are within walking location, if not less than 10 minutes away from the property. The room we stayed in was absolutely perfect, clean, spacious, and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and filling as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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Room was clean and comfortable Staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. I was surprised we weren’t told the pool was closed. A small discount would have been a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, the staff was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

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The room was very clean and comfortable. Onsite restaurant was very good. Staff went above and beyond to help with arrangements to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chantel

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The staff was very nice. Easy check in and the room is very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, polite and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were soo comfy I would the rooms are spacious and clean, but the closets were small but it’s ok. I had to ask for a toothbrush and they gave me 3. I would check in this hotel again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cathilynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly and welcoming. The hotel isn't new but it is clean and everything was in very good shape.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quick check in, clean room, pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025