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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 star property
Luxury eco-certified hotel, walk to Botanic Gardens

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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Exterior
Executive Twin Room
Buffet
Concierge desk

Overview of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviews
8.4

Very good

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147 The Terrace, Wellington, 6011
  • Popular LocationTe Papa14 min walk
  • Popular LocationCourtenay Place16 min walk
  • Popular LocationSky Stadium3 min drive
  • AirportWellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)17 min drive

Room options

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Living area

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, Harbour View

Junior Studio Suite, Harbour View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - single
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Terrace Room

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Wellington

A luxury stay in the heart of Wellington awaits you at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Botanic Gardens and St Paul's Cathedral. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a conference centre. .The buffet restaurant, Whitbys Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Wellington CBD hotel include Carter Observatory and Te Papa.

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk
  • Lambton Quay - 7 min walk
  • Te Papa - 14 min walk
  • Courtenay Place - 16 min walk
  • Sky Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Collective Coffee Shop - 2 min walk
  • McDonald's - 7 min walk
  • Starbucks - 5 min walk
  • Lazy Juan - 1 min walk
  • Two Grey - Café, Bar & Eatery - 4 min walk

About this property

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Luxury eco-certified hotel, walk to Botanic Gardens
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 8 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, tour or ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Wellington hotel is smoke free.

  • 269 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1972
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers 269 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and a hairdryer. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and 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–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–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
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Weekly housekeeping

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
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 35 for adults and from 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Hotel property is rated 4 star plus, and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor on 18 May 2024 start from NZ$89.00, including 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.

Is parking available at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

Yep, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for NZD 30.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

The closest beach to James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is Oriental Bay Beach (1.7 km).

Is James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is a hit with families.

Does James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors quite like the buffet brekkie here! Offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

No, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

Yep, you can grab a meal at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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