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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5-star property
147 The Terrace, Wellington, 0508 053 286
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4.3 out of 5
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"Was just what we needed to enjoy an elderly mother/daughter night in Wellington. " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 20 Jul 2022

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Hotel Description

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 St Paul's Cathedral and Carter Observatory. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a conference center.

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. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-star Wellington CBD hotel include Te Papa and Old St Paul's.

Terrace Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
NZ$156* Per night/room 12 Sep. - 13 Sep.

Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premium Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Double Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor ratings based on 238 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Everyone (75) Couples (58) Family (82)
4 out of 5
Was just what we needed to enjoy an elderly mother/daughter night in Wellington.

Posted by on 20 Jul. 2022

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2 out of 5
Room was dated, dated/marks in bathroom, old shower, had issues with heating (cold then hot and noises), no hand towels or tissues in room, toilet door didn’t shut fully, toilet not flushing well - have stayed here a lot so disappointed with the room. May choose to stay elsewhere next time which is a shame

Posted by on 17 Jul. 2022

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5 out of 5
Great service, tidy rooms and convenient location

Posted by on 17 Jul. 2022

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1 out of 5
Very close to the CBD, good parking

Posted by on 6 Jul. 2022

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4 out of 5
Buffet was convenient and a great selection.

Posted by on 3 Jul. 2022

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4 out of 5
The property was very close to everything we wanted to do in the short time we were in Wellington. It meet all our expectations. The only down side was the heating wasn't working

Posted by on 12 Jun. 2022

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5 out of 5
Loved the staff experience here. Best check in we’ve had, very thorough and we loved Lua who made the best pancakes for us this morning! He was so lovely. Thanks for a great stay.

Posted by on 10 Jun. 2022

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5 out of 5
Being central to Wellington shops and restaurants. But if we decided to stay in - then there was sufficient food and things to do at the hotel. Room was nice and clean and bed was very comfortable.

Posted by on 6 Jun. 2022

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5 out of 5
Excellent convenient location with great staff. Friendly, professional and welcoming.

Posted by on 22 May 2022

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4 out of 5
Good location

Posted by on 22 May 2022

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About the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Location 147 The Terrace, Wellington, 6011

Renovations + Closures

The property will be renovating from May 4 2022 to October 31 2022 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • Meeting facilities

Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Property Features

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. 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 center, tour/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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Wellington Station (1.2 km / 0.7 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

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.

  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Pillow options
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Weekday newspapers (free)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 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.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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.

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 guestroom 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 each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays. Guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free: Maximum age 12
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

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: NZD 33 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children (approximately)
  • 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.

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Awards & Affiliations

  • Qualmark
  • EarthCheck

National Rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations 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®

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.