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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Hamilton with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Enter through a covered walkway to the main doors of this multi-story hotel.
Two beds with crisp white linens, a bedside table, and a digital clock.
Enjoy a sumptuous spread of international cuisine at our buffet, featuring a variety of savory options including turkey sausage and bacon.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub) | Bathroom | Towels

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3

What's nearby

  • Mohawk College - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • FirstOntario Centre - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Hamilton Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • McMaster University - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Tim Hortons Field - 10 min drive - 5.2 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 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mandarin Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪East Side Mario's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

Hotel near FirstOntario Centre
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
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
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:
  • Coffee/tea makers and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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

More

  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 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
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

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

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 at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

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 1.9 mi (3 km) from Mohawk College and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Chedoke Falls. Cameron Speedway & Amusements and Willow Valley Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 213 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and a very well appointed hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CRYSTAL

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and the room was clean and comfortable with modern touches.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and convenient to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff , very nice room, great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk miguel was very helpfil and informative. I wish all holiday inn express were like this Clean, Quiet, easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience the staff were amazing room was clean. Would recommend this hotel to my family and friends
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location (proximity to airport).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
New build, rooms were clean. The complimentary breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice new hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Amenities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was good. No complaints about anything.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were very friendly and efficient. Beds were comfy with good quality bedding. The breakfast looked good but the "hot" food was not very warm! A nice selection, though (sausages, scrambled eggs, pancakes, fruit, and a variety of bread, english muffins, etc.) I'd stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location, very enjoyable stay, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay when travelling. Close to Hamilton airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed and pillows for a good night sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could’ve used more towels for four people
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. In great condition. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pillows and linen on beds.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice new hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Holiday Inn always pull through, it is my preferred place to stay in. This one did not disappoint.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good time
Stayed 1 night in May 2025