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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 star property

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Exterior
Reception
Deluxe Junior Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
$86
$75 nightly
$86 total
Total with taxes and fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2

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147 The Terrace, Wellington, 6011
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wellington Cable Car
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, TSB Bank Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Premium Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Executive Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Executive Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(119 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Junior Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

King Suite with Harbour View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Terrace Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5

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Terrace Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Terrace Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(192 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Harbour View

  • Sleeps 3

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Wellington

With a stay at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, you'll be centrally located in Wellington, a short 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 miles
  • Wellington Cable Car - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lambton Quay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • TSB Bank Arena - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Te Papa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪D4 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Collective Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪InterContinental Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buenos Aires Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. 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. Private bathrooms have 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.
Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Whitbys Restaurant, for dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided. 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. Children aged 4 and younger eat free breakfast.
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.
Children aged 4 and younger eat free breakfast.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (NZD 35 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 38 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sojourn Cafe and Bar
  • Whitbys Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center

Accessibility

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

More

  • 14 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • 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
  • 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

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Children aged 4 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 38 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 35.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 907 out of 1704 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 551 out of 1704 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1704 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1704 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1704 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

S

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our regular stay in Welly. Always impeccable, with the loveliest staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Great location. Room was clean but a bit worn. That said, good value for the money. Staff was friendly and excellent breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

V
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Judyth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room large and bed comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and staff. Loved Wellington!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

M
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is fantastic, staff friendly and helpful and great restaurant. Rooms nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay. Close to the cit
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect, staff were helpful especially when i had to borrow a phone charger.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff nice room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The service is very good and the location is perfect for a day in Wellington.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well priced.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position - easy walk to everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Checking in took far too long, taxi’s in the driveway taking up places for guests. The room was tidy and clean, didn’t have a mirror in the main room. The water pressure in the shower was
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liberato

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Comfortable bed. Really clean. Great breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinitha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Parking not great for a bigger vehicle. Stood at counter for long time waiting for service as no one was there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025