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4.7 out of 5

"Perfect for what we needed " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 03 Feb 2023

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Terrace Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
€76* Per night/room 28 Apr - 29 Apr

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 3 Max

Executive Double Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Wellington Central Business District. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and 2 bars.

  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop and 2 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the spaciousness and comfy beds
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Botanic Gardens and St Paul's Cathedral

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 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 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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5 out of 5
Perfect for what we needed

Posted by on 3 Feb 2023

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4 out of 5
Hyvä sijainti, hieno hotelli. Mutta remontti meneillään.

Posted by on 20 Feb 2024

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5 out of 5

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About the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Location 147 The Terrace, Wellington, 6011

Property Features

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

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 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.

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

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 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 selected days.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

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

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business centre

Hotel Policies

Check-in

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

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 12 years old and younger 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

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.

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.

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

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: 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.

Hotel Names

  • James Cook Chancellor
  • James Cook Chancellor Hotel
  • James Cook Grand
  • James Cook Grand Chancellor
  • James Cook Grand Chancellor Hotel
  • James Cook Grand Chancellor Wellington
  • James Cook Hotel
  • James Cook Hotel Grand
  • James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
  • James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Wellington
  • James Cook Wellington
  • James Cook Grand Chancellor
  • James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Hotel
  • James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Wellington
  • James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Hotel Wellington

You should know

  • 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.

Awards & 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.

  • Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award
  • EarthCheck

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®

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