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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

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

Hamilton

At Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Lazermania and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Mohawk College. 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 - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Juravinksi Hospital and Cancer Center - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • FirstOntario Centre - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Hamilton Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • McMaster University - 11 min drive - 13.3 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

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
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 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG on 2 Apr 2025 start from NZ$212.39, 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. 64 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 94 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

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new property, there is a micro wave, coffee machine and a decent size fridge in the room. The WiFi is pretty fast and the breakfast is great pretty good. There is self service hot water and tea and coffee downstairs. A German supermarket called Dennigers right across from the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

2/10 Terrible

DONGYOUNG

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marbely

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience
It was our first time in a hotel in Hamilton. Close to any other places. Hotel in excellent condition, very convenient ground and underground parking. Food was enjoyable. Front desk, room service and restaurant personnel were extra friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good experience Surface parkjng is alittle tight
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Pain Court

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very new hotel and very clean and comfortable. The window blind easy to use but does not sufficiently darken the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New and great beds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new. Great stay, quiet and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

4/10 Poor

Sharra

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No heater. The rooms are freezing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Opal

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, and we felt comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely new property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasantly surprised business stay
I booked the hotel on the day of and was pleasantly surprised with the hotel. Friendly service. Clean and modern hotel. If I could suggestion anything, it would be to extend the breakfast period until 10 AM and consider installing an ATM on-site.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hi
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was denied the stay waiting for refund
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pas d'avid
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024