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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Exterior
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 381
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
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
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 - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • FirstOntario Centre - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Hamilton Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Tim Hortons Field - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • McMaster University - 11 min drive - 13.3 km

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 located in Kernighan
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

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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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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 within 3 mi (5 km) of Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum, Mohawk College, and Chedoke Falls. Cameron Speedway & Amusements and Central Presbyterian Church 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. 71 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 105 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elayne

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

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and recently renovated. Convenient to our destination and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great stay thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Amenities
Very easy access to the downtown; easy to find; good parking. Staff is great at all times - friendly & efficient! Breakfast is hearty & organized - very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

smiley

Brand new facility very clean, bright, comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy free parking, free breakfast, clean,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Will be a cool place when fully done
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new building. Rooms are very nice. Lots of dining options very close by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were super comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived after midnight from a long day of travel. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new hotel, the beds and pillow are great, super comfy! Fantastic breakfast with good variety of options, the only thing I would change is the wooden cutlery. Friendly staff, very helpful!

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing. It’s a new hotel and very clean. The staff was incredibly helpful. Very friendly, professional and knowledgable. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and brand new
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay we've had lately
We enjoyed our time in your hotel. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in was a breeze. We felt welcome. Everything is clean and new.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff and excellent service at this hotel. Would definitely come back here if I were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel so it was very clean and we enjoyed the stay. Breakfast was pretty good with a nice variety.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel for the price. Parking was included. Only issue was that bathroom door didnt close.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new and feels great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovely at this hotel. Staff were excellent and because it is a new building, everything was fresh and clean. There are some restaurants in walking distance, many more only a short drive away. It is a good central spot for visiting Hamilton.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like and enjoyed my stay. Very clean and new. On my next visit to Canada this place will be my first choice to stay. Thank You Jim
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Otto

Dirty 3 star
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

len

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayokunle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The mattress was so comfortable. The room was so neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025