Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

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At Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of McMaster University. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (2)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
  • Bath or shower
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Flat-screen TV
£83
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room amenity

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub) | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub) | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower) | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room amenity

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

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
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, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.) - 11 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 56 min drive
  • Hamilton GO Centre - 13 min drive
  • Aldershot Station - 16 min drive
  • West Harbour Station - 18 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

At Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of McMaster University. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 105 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 109
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per day

Policies

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 guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Flamboro Downs (27-min drive) is nearby.

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Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were plentiful and of high quality with a good variety to suit different tastes. (36 reviews)
  • Breakfast was great with a variety of choices and many nearby dining options were available. (3 reviews)
  • Underground parking was a convenient and safe spot. (4 reviews)
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6/10 Good

The room and hotel staff were great.
Dulcie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly. Room was clean and breakfast was really good. There were minor problems like no tv cable and the bathroom door was difficult to close but other than that it was a great hotel.
Sheryl, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was great
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Lovely room and great breakfast!!!
Frances, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Sandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, good breakfast and easy parking
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay! Love the new renovation
Haiqing, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, attentive staff and very comfortable beds!
Lorna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place
Dorota, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room is clean, breakfast has more options than other hotels.
Xiangming, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location suited our purpose and hotel was clean, comfortable and quiet.
James, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

New Hotel, Super Clean, hoghly irganized happy anf helpful staff specially Nishant
Reza, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you for the great stay. So clean and friendly.
Mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good place to stay
Jarret, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean and friendly
George W., 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay 2 nights quiet and clean place !
Juan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay very satisfied with hotel
Rodney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
CRYSTAL, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean, Friendly, close to airport
Grant, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, clean, comfortable hotel with easy access to amenities
Lindsay, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The front desk was great, however id say house keeping needs to check the fridges and the washroom. I found hair in the bathroom and a half opened pop in the fridge. Besides that its smaller but pretty good.
Destiny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New Hotel, very nice.
Johanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a fairly new property in a very convenient location. Good breakfast options included in price. I would highly recommend this hotel
Carol, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and a very well appointed hotel
Thomas, 4-night trip