The James Hotel

Hotels
9.6 (419 reviews)
620 Spadina Crescent East , Saskatoon , ca

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Room service
Business center
Heating
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Cleanliness
Comfortable rooms
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Price
Cancellation policy

Categories

Cleanliness
9.66
Generally clean, with some mentions of well-maintained rooms.
Service
10
Staff were noted as friendly and accommodating throughout the reviews.
Location
10
Consistently mentioned as a strong point, with great proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
9.66
Rooms described as comfortable and spacious, with great views.
Amenities
9.16
Standard features expected for this hotel level, with some suggestions for improvements.
Value for Money
8.66
Some reviews indicated higher prices, but overall considered a good value.
Food and Beverage
9.66
Breakfast and dining experiences were positively highlighted.
Overall Experience
10
Overall guest satisfaction was high, with most expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 09:27

Property Description

Luxurious Riverside Boutique Hotel

Unique Room Design: The James Hotel features modern rooms with generous wooden accents and unique design. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, minibar, bathrobes, and tea/coffee facilities, offering comfort and style with river or city views.

Gourmet Dining Experience: Indulge in a chef-attended breakfast at the Odessa Room, with a daily changing menu of hot and cold dishes. The James Lobby Bar offers fine wines, vintage cocktails, and European-inspired cuisine in a relaxed setting.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy 24-hour reception, a fitness centre with river views, and a business centre for your needs. Located near top Saskatoon attractions, including art galleries and theatres, The James Hotel offers a prime location for your stay.

Book your stay at The James Hotel for a luxurious and unforgettable experience by the South Saskatchewan River.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: YXE

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 419 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.66
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.66
Amenities: 9.16
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 9.66
Overall Experience: 10
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Paul couple ca
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Lorette couple ca
7
James is a very beautiful hotel, just a few suggestions that I personally prefer in a room
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

Shower head, tap knobs are extremely hard to turn on when you have arthritis, no fridge to put your own things, glasses in washroom prefer plastic, coffee cups instead of to go cups for the morning

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Kerry couple ca
9
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Gail couple ca
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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George couple ca
10
I will always stay at this hotel when in Saskatoon.
Pros:

Everything was perfect, as my scores show. It's a perfect combination of excellent, friendly and informed staff, outstanding, high quality facilities and perfect location. All this in a small boutique hotel.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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TravelCanadaUSA Business Canada
10
Best hotel in Saskatoon!
Pros:

The James Hotel sets the bar for all other hotels!

I love, love, love this hotel!

The room is amazing. The view of the river is breathtaking. The front desk staff are so nice. They always open the front doors for you. I keep telling them they work too hard but they keep doing it!

The restaurant staff are beyond super sweet! I wish there were more good things I could say about the James Hotel!

Love the food!

Love the staff!

Thank you for being amazing!

See you next July!

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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Chantel solo_traveller ca
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Shirin solo_traveller ca
10
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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davidmQ6719BX Solo travel Toronto, Ontario
10
A Perfect Hotel Experience
Pros:

What an amazing hotel! Service was exceptional both at reception and breakfast while the rooms were large, inviting and extremely clean.
Harshika, Jash and Mohammed went out of their way to assist me in finding a taxi ride to Regina. Most appreciated. Truly, they were friendly, professional and extremely efficient at their job.

Service and food at breakfast were excellent. I apologize for not being able to mention specific names but please understand they were amazing, remembering exactly what I'd ordered the previous day. Like home away from home. A lovely way to commence the day. Thank you.

I did visit the hotel bar on three occasions where I was provided with friendly, efficient service. The ambience was most appealing, intimate and relaxing.

Truly, the James Hotel is an oasis of perfection for any traveller and in an excellent location.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Debbie extended_group gb
10
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Michelle extended_group ca
9
Inviting, elegant place to stay with friendly and helpful staff!
Pros:

Elegant place to stay! Comfortable beds, spacious suite, river views, and great breakfast!

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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William couple ca
9
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Mariehette Louwsma solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

Lovely modern room
Friendly staff
Central location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Chantelle solo_traveller ca
10
I enjoyed my stay, it was comfortable and felt very safe. The bar in the front served beautifully made cocktails and th
Pros:

Clean and classy

Cons:

The Homless people not far from the building

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Tammie Morris solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

Itwasmy first time there, but will definately stay there again. Thanks! ...Also, bought the sheets! Amazing!

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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davecO321OH Couples
10
The best stop on our prairies road trip.
Pros:

This hotel is marvellous in every respect! All of the staff are very friendly and the rooms, suites actually, are very large and very comfortably set up and equipped. The decor throughout is very sleek, and the location is the best in town. Excellent in every way!

2026-06-11 via Tripadvisor
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Michelle couple au
10
Excellent hotel, lovely big suite, gorgeous bathroom and toiletries. Helpful staff
Pros:

Everything !

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Susan couple ca
10
Absolutely lovely hotel...rooms, staff, food, decor...gorgeous location.
Pros:

We have stayed here several times over the years for all of the amenities and quality mentioned above. The location is also stellar especially in summer for the view. Food is good and the room size and decor are soothing.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Tim and Lorie couple ca
9
Awesome. Will come again!
Pros:

The breakfast was fabulous. We had a chef prepared omelette - which was perfect!

Cons:

All good!

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Leif couple ca
1
2026-05-28 via Nuitee