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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Hamilton with free parking

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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NT$3,063
NT$3,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23

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
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
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) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Kernighan, a neighborhood in Hamilton, is home to Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG. Hamilton Cemetery and HMCS Haida National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chedoke Falls and Buttermilk Falls. Lazermania and Cameron Speedway & Amusements are also worth visiting. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
Map
1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3

What's nearby

  • HAMILTON, CANADA - MAY 2019: The campus of McMaster University, with the path leading to the main science building.
    McMaster University
    9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Night aerial photo First Ontario Center
    TD Coliseum
    14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Mississauga_SquareOneShoppingCentre_553248621563220623-2
    Square One Shopping Centre
    39 min drive - 67.1 km
  • Lazermania
    4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum
    6 min drive - 2.9 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
  • Tim Hortons
    4 min walk
  • Mandarin Buffet
    11 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
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
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:
  • Tubs or showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Property 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 75 lbs 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 2026/1/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG on 2026/2/22 start from NT$3,062, excluding 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?

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 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lazermania and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mohawk College and Chedoke Falls. Cameron Speedway & Amusements and Willow Valley Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 392 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel. Great breakfast and awesome staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was like new, very clean, good service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, large room ,good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Amenities
My room was spotless and well appointed. Ample parking with an option to park underground. Staff I dealt with were courteous and friendly. I’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. We had an early morning flight so they packed us a ToGo breakfast. Room was clean and comfortable . Underground parking was nice on a cold day
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, we encountered noisy teenagers, running up and down the hallway, we reported to the front desk and was handled right away by security and hotel staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

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

Great stay

Lovely room and great breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an early flight. The staff member at the front desk was kind to call a taxi
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. All front desk staff were very friendly and helpful with any inquiry I had. Breakfast choices were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Room was very clean. Plu
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Vanderveen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and breakfast was delicious..our only complaint was that the tv didnt work at the time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
newly remodeled, very nice! Hot breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

russ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless clean comfortable and modern! Very impressed! Great location. Underground parking!!! Very friendly staff! Really nice breakfast selection and eating area! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Xiangming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, breakfast has more options than other hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location suited our purpose and hotel was clean, comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A large bright modern room and friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
- ROOM WAS CLEAN. - Staff was helpful. - TV was best in this hotel trust me, no lags.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at around 3 pm and immediately went to our room. It was very big with a king size bed, small fridge and a microwave. I think this room may have been for wheel chair access.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff and ease of check in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff, clean rooms good breakfast. Liked the underground parking .. carry safe and convenient spot .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice! Very friendly, , attentive and helpful front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the great stay. So clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay 2 nights quiet and clean place !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025