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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

2.5 star property

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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room

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(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Kernighan, a neighborhood in Hamilton, is home to Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG. Whitehern Historic House & Garden National Historic Site and HMCS Haida National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chedoke Falls and Buttermilk Falls. Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum and Canadian Football Hall of Fame and Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
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1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3

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
  • Mississauga_SquareOneShoppingCentre_553248621563220623-2
    Square One Shopping Centre
    38 min drive - 42.1 miles
  • Lazermania
    4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum
    6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    19 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    4 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    18 min walk
  • East Side Mario's
    6 min walk
  • Mandarin Buffet
    11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

Hotel near TD Coliseum
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
Room features
All 105 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Hamilton
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Hotel Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG located?

Located in Kernighan, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum, Mohawk College, and Chedoke Falls. St. Paul's Presbyterian Church and Central Presbyterian Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 460 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 460 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 460 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 460 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 460 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice rooms + friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast great, staff very pleasant. Rooms very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, bed was very comfortable and breakfast included was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and new build hotel. Breakfast was great. Amenities were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very friendly and room was clean, will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From friendly professional staff to clean well kept accommodation & convenient parking they score a STRONG TEN!!! I’d highly recommend this hotel to persons looking for accommodation in Hamilton Kudos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and the staff is amazing. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly. The food over in the restaurant in the Sheraton was very delicious. Basically across the street was Asia town with a whole bunch of Asian restaurants. It was lovely and if we’re back in Richmond Hill again, we will stay at that hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good. Breakfast was ok. Staff were friendly. Room was clean. Good amenities and nearby restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great new hotel in Hamilton we were very pleased. Staff were helpful every time i needed help
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shops nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was one of the cleanest rooms we'd ever stayed in. A nice selection of soft pillows. Great room darkening blinds. And a very nice breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location. Lots of parking. Easy check in. Great hotel. We had a very eatly morning flight so didnt have a chance to check out the complimentsry breakfast so can comment on that. We only stayed 1 night for a concert but if i ever stay in Hamilton again I would definetly stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel with lots of restaurants close by. The room was very nice and clean. However, small things like dirty elevator floors, loud traffic noise at night and very low pressure shower were things that took a star off for us. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was Very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Everything is very clean and staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The temperature of the room was good. We were able to adjust it to our comfort level. The room was super clean, modern and the beds were really comfortable. Excellent value for our money. The buffet breakfast was excellent! Would highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful new spotless Holiday Inn. Great breakfast spread. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel. Great breakfast and awesome staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, large room ,good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heinrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent hotel. Room was very clean and breakfast was good. Price was also reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was clean and well-equipped. Close to major highway connections and airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was like new, very clean, good service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 2-night stay with our family at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hamilton – Upper James. The location is very convenient, with everything you need nearby—gas stations, grocery stores, fast food, and restaurants. It’s also very close to Limeridge Mall and only a short drive to downtown Hamilton. The hotel itself was clean and well maintained. The staff were courteous and welcoming, which made our stay even more pleasant. We also appreciated the quality of the linens and toiletries—small details that really added to our comfort. Overall, it was a great experience for our family. We will definitely stay here again the next time we visit Hamilton.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Lovely room and great breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and quiet room. My only suggestion would be to put a mirror in the corner of the garage entrance so you can see if someone is coming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026