Title: Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Hotel in Hamilton with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110405000/110404947/4a7742b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110405000/110404947/40a7cc00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110405000/110404947/b77e6665.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110405000/110404947/efdc96e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110405000/110404947/ff6aa16b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - 24/7 front desk - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 30 - Dec. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=110404947&PinnedHotelID=110404947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=110404947&PinnedHotelID=110404947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 1 - Dec. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=110404947&PinnedHotelID=110404947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=110404947&PinnedHotelID=110404947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=110404947&PinnedHotelID=110404947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=110404947&PinnedHotelID=110404947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton-Upper-James.h110404947.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton-Upper-James.h110404947.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.21355%2C-79.88860&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RX3ykyLyGekY0G8Lo2COCZN0-hk=) 1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3 #### What's nearby - Lazermania - 4 min drive - 1.8 km - Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum - 6 min drive - 2.9 km - McMaster University - 9 min drive - 12.6 km - TD Coliseum - 14 min drive - 16.2 km - Square One Shopping Centre - 39 min drive - 67.1 km #### Getting around - Hamilton GO Centre - 13 min drive - John C. Munro Hamilton Intl. Airport (YHM) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min walk - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk - ‪Mandarin Buffet - ‬11 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 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 - 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. 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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 Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG on Dec 21, 2025 start from CA $131.2, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton-Upper-James.h110404947.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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 Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum and Mohawk College. Chedoke Falls is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 234 8 - Good 66 6 - Okay 19 4 - Poor 17 2 - Terrible 14 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adriana Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean, large room ,good breakfast ##### Adriana Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities newly remodeled, very nice! Hot breakfast was good ##### Judy Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay! ##### Sandy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Oct 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, good breakfast and easy parking ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Haiqing Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay! Love the new renovation ##### Haiqing Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Viken Nov 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities \- ROOM WAS CLEAN. - Staff was helpful. - TV was best in this hotel trust me, no lags. ##### Viken Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorota Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent place ##### Dorota Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean Nov 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Staff and ease of check in ##### Jean Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorna Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean, attentive staff and very comfortable beds! ##### Lorna Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne Nov 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Very nice! Very friendly, , attentive and helpful front desk staff ##### Joanne Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darrell Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A large bright modern room and friendly helpful staff. ##### Darrell Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Xiangming Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room is clean, breakfast has more options than other hotels. ##### Xiangming Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rand Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice friendly staff, clean rooms good breakfast. Liked the underground parking .. carry safe and convenient spot . ##### Rand Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Sep 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location suited our purpose and hotel was clean, comfortable and quiet. ##### James Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria Nov 10, 2025 Liked: Amenities Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel was 15 minutes from the airport, with a similar distance to the highway. It was perfect for our needs. ##### Victoria Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Thank you for the great stay. So clean and friendly. ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fadi Nov 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean rooms. Great staff ##### Fadi Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Spacious rooms, clean and modern. Good variety at breakfast. Close to Hamilton airport. ##### Melanie Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George W. Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location, clean and friendly ##### George W. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jarret Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good place to stay ##### Jarret Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Juan Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stay 2 nights quiet and clean place ! ##### Juan Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Grant Sep 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean, Friendly, close to airport ##### Grant Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay very satisfied with hotel ##### Rodney Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CRYSTAL Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay ##### CRYSTAL Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Amanda Aug 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good hotel ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [White Oaks Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-White-Oaks-Resort-Spa.h444572.Hotel-Information) > > [Budget Inn 2000](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Budget-Inn-2000.h11302349.Hotel-Information) > > [Haven Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hamilton-Inn-Motel.h42484456.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Sheraton-Centre-Toronto-Hotel.h23541.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Niagara-Falls.h1403139.Hotel-Information) > > [Pring Guesthouse - 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