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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Luxury hotel with bars/lounges and fitness centre

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Dates

September 2025

18

October 2025

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Buffet

Exterior

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Concierge desk

The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers a luxurious Wellington retreat. Dine at two restaurants, stay fit at the gym, or relax with café coffee. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected, and two bars are perfect for unwinding after exploring the city.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
Gym

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Tomorrow

Sep 19 - Sep 20

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 17 of 17 rooms

Living area

Suite

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Executive Lounge

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LED TV

60 sq m
1 bedroom
Harbour view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Premium Room

Excellent

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

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Junior Studio Suite, Harbour View

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Executive Lounge

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LED TV

60 sq m
Harbour view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Blackout curtains

60 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Terrace Room

Very good

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

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Executive Double Room

Wonderful

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

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Executive Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Pillow menu

Blackout curtains

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Executive Lounge

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Pillow menu

26 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Sleeps 2

Executive King Room

Sleeps 2

Executive Twin Room

Sleeps 4

Suite

Sleeps 3

Terrace Room

Sleeps 2

Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

Sleeps 4

Premium Room

Sleeps 2

Junior Studio Suite, Harbor View

Sleeps 2

Family Room

Sleeps 5

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About the area

Located near the beach, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is in Wellington CBD, a walkable area in Wellington with great shopping. Te Papa and Carter Observatory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Old St Paul's and Courtenay Place. Travelling with kids? Make time for Wellington Zoo, or enjoy an event or a match at Sky Stadium. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location.

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147 The Terrace, Wellington, 6011

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 (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sal's Authentic New York Pizza - ‬3 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
‪Whitby’s Restaurant & Piano Bar - ‬1 min walk
‪Frank's Coffee - ‬2 min walk
‪Boulcott Street Bistro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Te Papa

Located close to Carter Observatory and Botanic Gardens, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars. The on-site restaurant, Whitbys Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a gym and a conference centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and a banquet hall
Tour/ticket information, a TV in reception and luggage storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, convenient parking and central location

Room features

All 269 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.

More amenities include:

Childcare services and free infant beds
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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 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
In-room cot
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 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
Free cot
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 per cent 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

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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 38 for adults and from NZD 19 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 of 2 per cent

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-authorise 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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Frequently asked questions

Is James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 18 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor on 19 Oct, 2025 start from S$106.78, 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.

How much is parking at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

Self-parking is available for NZD 30.00 per night.

What time is check-in at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor located?

This family-friendly Wellington hotel is located in a shopping district, within a 15-minute walk of Botanic Gardens, St Paul's Cathedral and Carter Observatory. Old St Paul's and Te Papa are also within 15 minutes. Wellington Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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