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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Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

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$207
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Explore the area

Map
1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3
  • Mohawk College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • FirstOntario Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • McMaster University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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About the area

Hamilton

At Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Mohawk College and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Chedoke Falls. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Kernighan hotel include McMaster University and Lake Ontario.

What's nearby

  • Mohawk College - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • FirstOntario Centre - 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
  • ‪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 in Hamilton with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Hamilton hotel is smoke free.

  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG offers 105 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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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
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: CAD 25 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG has a free self car park.

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

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG on 22 June 2025 start from AU$206.91, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 167 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family and small children
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

Marvin

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our first visit and we were suitably impressed Had trouble with the door opener and General Manager came to our help Breakfast was more than adequate but hot food was not too hot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvina

Business traveller
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

Marlene

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beata

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Augustina

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night 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

Isaac

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

IGOR

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

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Glen

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

10/10 Excellent

denyce

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

Great Family or Business stay Hotel

This is a beautiful hotel! Shower was to awesome, Dove shampoo products supplied. Free breakfast each morning (pancakes, eggs, sausage, toast, yogurt) and so much more. Microwave and small fridge included in room. Parking underground or above. Staff extremely friendly. Can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with partner
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

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was very easy check out couldn’t do on the tv so had to go to the desk kind of annoying. Breakfast was good great selection
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherri lyn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

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