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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3
  • Place, Mohawk College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, McMaster University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, TD Coliseum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

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
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
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
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 TD Coliseum and McMaster University.

What's nearby

  • Mohawk College - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • McMaster University - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Juravinksi Hospital and Cancer Center - 13 min drive - 5.7 km
  • TD Coliseum - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Hamilton Convention Centre - 14 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mandarin Buffet - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪East Side Mario's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 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
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: 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.

Payment types

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
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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Hamilton
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 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$164.05, 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.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 321 reviews

Reviews

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

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

They did not honour my reservation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

8/10 Good

Kathryn

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was great! thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jatinder

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

10/10 Excellent

Otefe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My experience was pleasant. I would recommend it and if I am in the area again, I definitely would highly consider using it again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairy new hotel. Room was clean, decorated fine and had a great shower. Breakfast was included and was very good with a variety of chooses. Eating area had lots of seating. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property is barely a year old and things are already falling apart. The toilet paper holder was like a seesaw and the roll kept falling on to the floor. My room wasn't cleaned properly. There was hair in quite a few spots throughout. The ice bucket had melted ice from the guest before. All the pillows smelled of other people's odors. There are no blackout curtains meaning at 530 am you're up due to the brightness from outside. Breakfast wasn't great. Staff were pleasant though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious modern room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol-ann

Travelled with group
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

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
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

Brett

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