Kernighan, a neighbourhood in Hamilton, is home to Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG. Whitehern Historic House & Garden National Historic Site and HMCS Haida National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chedoke Falls and Buttermilk Falls. Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum and Canadian Football Hall of Fame and Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
1276 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON, L9C 3B3
What's nearby
McMaster University
9 min drive - 12.6 km
TD Coliseum
14 min drive - 16.2 km
Square One Shopping Centre
38 min drive - 67.8 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
Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.)
11 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
19 min walk
Tim Hortons
4 min walk
Tim Hortons
18 min walk
East Side Mario's
6 min walk
Mandarin Buffet
11 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG
Hotel near TD Coliseum
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, smoke-free property and a lift
Room features
All 105 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
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
Front entrance ramp
Lift (109 centimetre wide door)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
6 floors
Smoke-free property
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 are 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 34 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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 34 kg 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 15 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG on 17 Mar 2026 start from 2.912.576 ₫, 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 at Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG?
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?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG located?
Located in Kernighan, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum, Mohawk College and Chedoke Falls. St. Paul's Presbyterian Church and Central Presbyterian Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 447 reviews
10 - Excellent
304
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 447 reviews
8 - Good
87
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 447 reviews
6 - Okay
23
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 447 reviews
4 - Poor
17
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 447 reviews
2 - Terrible
16
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kim
25 Jan 2026
Everything is very clean and staff friendly and helpful
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.
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
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
Hotel was new and clean. Our room was very humid for some reason something I did refer to management. Otherwise everything was fine and we would stay there again.
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!