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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 star property

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Enjoy breathtaking city views from the large window in this stylish room.
Enjoy a convenient self-service dining experience with a wide selection of food and beverages.
Experience the modern architecture of the James Cook Hotel, situated in the heart of the city.
Relax in this spacious room with a large bed, two additional beds, and a comfortable seating area.
Guests can check in at the reception desk, surrounded by a polished floor and modern ceiling.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

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147 The Terrace, Wellington, 6011
  • Te Papa
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Courtenay Place
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Sky Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Living area

Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, Harbour View

Junior Studio Suite, Harbour View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Terrace Room

Terrace Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(141 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(103 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(93 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Wellington

With a stay at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, you'll be centrally located in Wellington, a 9-minute walk from Botanic Gardens and 12 minutes by foot from St Paul's Cathedral. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Old St Paul's and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Te Papa.

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Te Papa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Courtenay Place - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sky Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 10 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lazy Juan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Thunderbird Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boulcott Street Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Collective Coffee Shop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and bars
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers 269 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary weekday newspapers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 269 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary weekday newspapers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this hotel include babysitting (surcharge), wedding services, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite at Whitbys Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 8 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Whitbys Restaurant - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Sojourn Cafe and Bar - This café serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (NZD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Sojourn Cafe and Bar
  • Whitbys Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 14 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17.5 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 30.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
A credit card imprint is required at check-in. If a valid credit card cannot be produced, a NZD 100 cash bond must be paid at check-in.
Property Registration Number NZBN: 9429040890876

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 739 out of 1492 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 507 out of 1492 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1492 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1492 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1492 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly Good amenities Good to have the option for an eco clean in the room, and a bonus voucher for choosing this option A fan in the bathroom would have been useful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwaine

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Pleasant room. Odd parking arrangement.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Helen, Masterton

Liked: Amenities
Very worn carpet . Basin with big crack in it . Should be fixed. Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent beds. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel. I had decided to get the deluxe room which was actually cheaper than some regular rooms we had stayed at throughout the country. It was lovely having the lounge to grab coffee, hot chocolate, snacks etc. The breakfast was a highlight as well. We have travelled extensively, but the chef at breakfast did the best soft poached eggs we have had for such a long time. We would be more than happy to stay here next time in Wellington.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located happy happy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauritz

Liked: Amenities
Great value for a 1st class hotel. Ver helpful staff, excellent room!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
had a refurbished room. nice and tidy and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen, Albany

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is handy to city. Clean and ridy. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My home away from home

This is my regular hotel when I stay in Wellington. The location is excellent for my needs; so simple to get into town on foot. It’s comfortable and clean, with excellent, flavourful and hearty food with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Where this hotel really shines is in the quality of its staff. Without exception, every person I met on this stay was polite, professional and sparkling with warmth and charm. Special mention of the beautiful lady who manages the breakfasts, and also the team on the front desk. Always a lovely stay, but this trip was particularly pleasant. Thank you all, and I’ll see you again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection

This is our go to for Wellington, the place is perfect, and staff amazing. Food is wonderfull and the choices of food is so good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable venue

We stayed at rhe end of a road trip and J C provided a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doru Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025