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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

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

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Free daily buffet breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 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)

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
(20 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
(15 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 area

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

What's nearby

  • Mohawk College - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • TD Coliseum - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Hamilton Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • McMaster University - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Tim Hortons Field - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mandarin Buffet - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬2 min drive

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
  • Smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 105 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as 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 transport

  • 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
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
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 are 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 34 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

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 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

As of 29 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG on 3 Sept 2025 start from AU$217.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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 St. Paul's Presbyterian Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 255 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jarret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay very satisfied with hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, comfortable hotel with easy access to amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joumana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CRYSTAL

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

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

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean! Front staff were wonderful !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice & clean everyone very helpful at front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean. Breakfast good, helpful staff! Would stay again!
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

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

Samala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a such a wonderful place! The breakfast was such a wonderful touch to my morning. 5/5!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Angelica

Comfortable ,clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

cri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for price point. No frills, but all the essentials.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

Leanne

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

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