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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a glass facade and a sign indicating it is approved by AAA.

A modern lobby with a large Christmas tree, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A hotel room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a patterned carpet.

1. Visitors Inn

Westdale, 1.7 km from McMaster University

Heather

₩136,474

₩160,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard chair, and lounge chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.

The exterior of Hampton Inn by Hilton with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, large windows, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a small table, and a window with a view of the city.

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Hamilton

Strathcona, 3.1 km from McMaster University

Dahlia

₩139,975

₩164,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A restaurant with large windows, tables set with white tablecloths, and chairs.

A building with a sign reading "ADMIRAL INN" and a large glass entrance.

A hallway with a round, cream-colored wall, a gold-framed mirror, and a small table with candles.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a desk with a computer.

3. Admiral Inn Hamilton

Central Hamilton, 2.6 km from McMaster University

Kim

₩104,852

₩127,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A building with a stone facade, a red door, and a sign indicating an office.

A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, a television, and a sign indicating check-out time.

A narrow stairway with wooden steps and white walls, leading to a landing with a window.

A backyard with a wooden deck, a grassy lawn, and trees.

4. Haven Inn

Ainslie Wood, 2.4 km from McMaster University

Deo

₩86,065

₩101,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A compact living space with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette with a sink and cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A single-story brick house with a front porch, a satellite dish, and a well-maintained lawn.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, and a trash bin.

A living room with a beige sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

5. McMaster Accommodations

Ainslie Wood, 1.3 km from McMaster University

matthew

₩72,476

₩96,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a view through large windows.

A snack and sundries section with shelves stocked with various packaged snacks and a refrigerated display case.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a kitchenette with a microwave, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern reception area with a "Welcome The Centre of the Golden Horseshoe" sign, a reception desk, a patterned rug, and a seating area.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Burlington Toronto

17.7 km from McMaster University

Karen

₩143,885

₩169,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A steakhouse with a modern exterior and a parking lot with several cars.

A reception area with a marble counter, green pendant lights, and a bookshelf wall.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear water, and a lifebuoy.

A restaurant interior with booths, tables, and a brick wall.

7. Sandman Hotel Oakville

19.8 km from McMaster University

Sekai

₩112,710

₩134,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden slats, and a central seating area with a coffee table and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a minibar.

A self-serve coffee station with multiple dispensers, a television screen, and a menu sign.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large abstract painting, and a sofa.

8. Admiral Inn Burlington

15.1 km from McMaster University

Wade

₩95,125

₩120,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, a double sink vanity, and a large mirror.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, safety signs, and a lifeguard chair.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area.

The exterior of Best Western PLUS hotel with a clear sky and a sign above the entrance.

9. Best Western Plus Burlington Inn & Suites

13.2 km from McMaster University

Jeremy

₩128,731

₩151,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and string lights.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with several cars.

10. C Hotel by Carmen's, BW Premier Collection

10.9 km from McMaster University

Tyler

₩170,289

₩200,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a garden with a small tree and bushes.

A porch with a view of the street, a chair, a table with a teapot, and a window with a view of the street.

A well-maintained garden with a variety of plants and flowers, a small fountain, and a statue.

A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

11. Rose Arden Bed & Breakfast

6.1 km from McMaster University

Noah

₩157,350

₩184,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a view of the city through large windows.

A lobby with a curved wall, a staircase, and a seating area with blue chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathtub.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a lounge area with chairs, and a view through large windows.

12. Quality Hotel

15.5 km from McMaster University

Phil

₩110,889

₩130,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and potted plants.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and a ceiling with recessed lighting. There are chairs and a potted plant near the pool, and a large window with a view of greenery outside.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, and a patterned wall.

A restaurant with red chairs and tables, a view of the outside, and a decorative blue sculpture.

13. Waterfront Hotel Downtown Burlington

11.9 km from McMaster University

Jorge

₩128,081

₩150,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern townhouse building with a sign reading "Townplace Suites by Marriott."

A serene pond with lily pads and a gazebo in the background.

A modern conference room with a long table, blue chairs, and a TV on a stand.

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hamilton

5.9 km from McMaster University

Paul

₩199,310

₩234,229 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern indoor pool area with large windows, white sofas, and potted plants.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of the sea, and a modern interior design.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a small table, a TV, and a view of the sea.

15. The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

12.1 km from McMaster University

Albert

₩331,865

₩390,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a dining area in the background.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a landscaped driveway.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee machine, fruit bowls, and a microwave.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a dining area in the background.

16. Comfort Inn Burlington

14.5 km from McMaster University

Joan

₩103,946

₩122,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, large windows, and lifebuoys.

A modern reception area with a green wall, a black reception desk, and geometric patterned walls.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, round coffee tables, and a patterned wallpaper.

17. Sandman Hotel Hamilton

Lakeley, 13.1 km from McMaster University

Ashley

₩105,081

₩125,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious living area with a yellow sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a mural depicting a desert landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a reception desk, and a colorful mural.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

A multi-story hotel with large windows and a sign reading "The Laundry Rooms".

18. The Laundry Rooms Augusta Hamilton

Corktown, 4 km from McMaster University

Natalie

₩175,215

₩205,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A sign for 'Courtyard by Marriott' with the address '1110 Bistro Bar' and a view of the surrounding area including a parking lot and buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing a view of the city.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, a beverage vending machine, and a wine cooler.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Burlington

19.6 km from McMaster University

Monica

₩177,597

₩208,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A water park with multiple slides and a view of the ocean.

Three people seated at an outdoor table with a building labeled "GRAIN & GRIT" in the background.

A marina with boats docked, a large decorative structure, and a bridge over water.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

6 km from McMaster University

Rick

₩161,164

₩189,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to McMaster University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Visitors Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,787 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Hamilton	9.0 Wonderful 1,331 reviews	View
Admiral Inn Hamilton	7.8 Good 783 reviews	View
Haven Inn	7.0 Good 1,000 reviews	View
McMaster Accommodations	6.4 30 reviews	View

Top McMaster University Hotel Reviews

Sandman Hotel Oakville

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel except the rooms facing the highway are noisy"

Sheraton Hamilton Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice room, great room service menu (and the best burger I’ve had for a while!) and very friendly and helpful staff. The view from my room was out onto the lake. Would stay again!!"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

8/10 Good

"Great property but was told not to walk around at night for safety reason. But the hotel was nice"

The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Incroyable"

The Laundry Rooms Augusta Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"The apartment was clean and with the code system, easy to access and no fob/key pickup or drop off. Central to downtown and location was great. Enjoyed our stay very much."

Holiday Inn Burlington Conference Centre by IHG

8/10 Good

"Overall the stay was good, I was surprised that there were no options for breakfast unless you wanted to order a $20 meal. Also the shower was not as clean as I would except The staff were all extremely nice and helpful."

Haven Inn

8/10 Good

"Clean room and good bed."

Comfort Inn Hamilton - Stoney Creek

8/10 Good

"Good staff"

Comfort Inn Burlington

8/10 Good

"Basic hotel. Decent breakfast. Clean."

Other attractions near McMaster University

The Westdale

You can take time to visit The Westdale during your travels to Hamilton.

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Chedoke Civic Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Hamilton at Chedoke Civic Golf Course. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

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Princess Point

Princess Point is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King

Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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The Staircase

You can enjoy a show at The Staircase on your trip to Hamilton.

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Hamilton Military Museum

You can study the exhibits at Hamilton Military Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Dundurn Castle

8.4/10 (126 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Hamilton with a stop at Dundurn Castle. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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RBG Arboretum

Enjoy an outing to RBG Arboretum during your stay in Hamilton. Discover the area's art scene and shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around McMaster University?

McMaster University is located in a historic area of Hamilton known for its array of dining options and great live music scene. You'll find 108 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near McMaster University?

Visitors Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from McMaster University. Other good options within 5 miles include Sheraton Hamilton Hotel and Hampton Inn by Hilton Hamilton.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to McMaster University?

Expedia has 108 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from McMaster University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near McMaster University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to McMaster University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near McMaster University?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near McMaster University, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near McMaster University?

You'll want to browse the collections at Dundas Museum & Archives, W. J. McCallion Planetarium, and Griffin House National Historic Site. While you're exploring, swing by Dundurn Castle, Ancaster Old Town Hall, and Whitehern Historic House & Garden National Historic Site to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at FirstOntario Concert Hall, Theatre Aquarius, and Zoetic Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for McMaster University hotels

1. Visitors Inn

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Hamilton

3. Admiral Inn Hamilton

4. Haven Inn

5. McMaster Accommodations

6. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Burlington Toronto

7. Sandman Hotel Oakville

8. Admiral Inn Burlington

9. Best Western Plus Burlington Inn & Suites

10. C Hotel by Carmen's, BW Premier Collection

11. Rose Arden Bed & Breakfast

12. Quality Hotel

13. Waterfront Hotel Downtown Burlington

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hamilton

15. The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

16. Comfort Inn Burlington

17. Sandman Hotel Hamilton

18. The Laundry Rooms Augusta Hamilton

19. Courtyard by Marriott Burlington

20. Holiday Inn Express Hamilton Upper James by IHG

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Top McMaster University Hotel Reviews

Sandman Hotel Oakville

Sheraton Hamilton Hotel

Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

The Laundry Rooms Augusta Hamilton

Holiday Inn Burlington Conference Centre by IHG

Haven Inn

Comfort Inn Hamilton - Stoney Creek

Comfort Inn Burlington

Other attractions near McMaster University

The Westdale

Chedoke Civic Golf Course

Princess Point

Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King

The Staircase

Hamilton Military Museum

Dundurn Castle

RBG Arboretum

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