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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

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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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a blue accent wall, and wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with a view, and a TV.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and a mirror with a bed in the background.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a blue accent wall, and wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a digital clock, a telephone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 Hamilton Cemetery are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Lime Ridge Mall and Eastgate Square Mall. Cameron Speedway & Amusements and Paparella Innovative Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
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1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3

What's nearby

  • A building with two flags, a pathway, and yellow flowers.
    McMaster University
    9 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • A large circular building with a flat roof surrounded by a cityscape at night.
    TD Coliseum
    14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • A modern glass building with the sign "SQUARE ONE" and a number "3" on the entrance.
    Square One Shopping Centre
    39 min drive - 42.4 miles
  • Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lazermania
    4 min drive - 1.1 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
  • Tim Hortons
    4 min walk
  • Mandarin Buffet
    11 min walk
  • East Side Mario's
    6 min walk

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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 on-site 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

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 Mohawk College, Lime Ridge Mall, and Chedoke Falls. Cameron Speedway & Amusements and St. Paul's 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

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 621 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 621 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 621 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 621 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 621 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Vaneri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, helpful staff, and a comfortable bed. Great value for a hassle-free stay, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
upon arrival staff was very welcoming, chatted with us, made sure both my daughter's room and my room were on the same floor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relatively new hotel. Clean. Breakfast was very good and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

RITA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff very helpful, hotel could use a bit of an upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy beds. Helpful staff. Excellent cleaning crew!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newer, clean hotel. Breakfast is very nice! Had a hard time using the streaming / casting feature on tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a comfortable room and a nice breakfast with many choices.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cat

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff and the room were excellent. I know that the hotel is fairly new as I had put a low rating for property. The hotel itself was clean as well as our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was great. Lots of options. Staff friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, good beds, clean rooms, decent breakfast, and conveniently located--what more can one want from a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jasmina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great one night stay. The staff was professional and thoughtful. The room and hotel were clean and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room, good breakfast spread
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fabulous.. the breakfast was great.. definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very nice and modern. Excellent security. Staff very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krystyna

Breakfast was fresh and parking was good, safe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Viviane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing my sister and I noticed is that there were no instructions on how to use the remote for the blinds and no indications on room service or number to use to call the desk for information. Otherwise the staff was helpful at the desk at all times. We left early in the morning so we can't comment on the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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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

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

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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

James

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