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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4 stars
147 The Terrace, PO Box 2429, Wellington, 6145

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.7
out of 5 165 reviews
awesome value for your money

I had a great experience. The hotel was clean, modern, had a great location, helpful staff and... See full review

  • SJV3
  • Apr 16, 2012
Nice hotel, but a few extra fees

This hotel was in a great location - east walking distance to the water and lots of restaurants,... See full review

  • nzhoneymooner
  • Dec 4, 2011
Majestic leading hotel in Wellington

The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, ideally situated in the heart of Wellington, is the perfect base from which to explore the top sites and attractions in New Zealand's capital city. Within a short walk of many of the city's top attractions, the hotel affords guests comfortable accommodations and onsite bars and restaurants, the Sojourn Café & Bar and Whitby's Restaurant & Bar.

3 Reasons To Stay:

  • Central location

  • Two exceptional bars and restaurants

  • Access to Bodyhaven Spa

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Rooms
The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers 268 rooms and suites in a variety of layouts and comfort standards. Terrace and Lambton rooms are spacious and stylish with sophisticated décor and premium furnishings. The neutral tones in these rooms, coupled with the excellent views from the large, light-filled windows, provide a sense of relaxation and calm. Guests also have access to amenities such as Wi-Fi, minibar, tea and coffee-making facilities and an ensuite bathroom. Style and sophistication are personified in the Club King rooms, as guests are treated to an experience like no other, including welcome fruit and chocolates, complimentary breakfast, local calls, broadband internet and evening drinks and snacks. Guests should look out for the spa crystals in the luxury bathrooms, with Forest and Bird amenities, which support the charity of the same name. Suites are also available and they provide a sumptuous home away from home, including a kitchenette and access to the Executive Club Lounge.
Things To Do:

  • City Gallery (0.5 mi/900m)

  • The Wellington Cable Car (0.7 miles/1.2 km)

  • New Zealand Opera House (1 miles/1.7 km)

  • Te Papa Tongarewa (1.3 miles/2.1 km)

  • Karori Sanctuary (1.4 miles/2.4 km)

  • Weta Cave (5.1 miles/8.3 km)

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Rooms

Terrace Room
Room offers 2 double beds with working desk, air conditioning, alarm clock, color TV, hairdryer, heating, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, kettle, voicemail, valet service, iron/ironing board, broadband internet access, minibar, and ensuite bathroom with shower over bath. Smoking or non-smoking rooms available. No rollaway beds can be accommodated.
Lambton Room
Room offers 1 king or 1 double and 1 single bed with working desk, air conditioning, alarm clock, color TV, hairdryer, heating, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, kettle, voicemail, valet service, iron/ironing board, broadband internet access, minibar, and ensuite bathroom with shower over bath. All rooms are non-smoking.
One Bedroom Suite
Spacious room with separate lounge, Hollywood King Size bed, ensuite bathroom, lounge has two couches, coffee table, working desk.
Club King Room
Room offers 1 king bed with receive welcome fruit & chocolates, and exclusive Forest & Bird amenities, In CLUB LOUNGE RECEIVE FREE:-Local calls,broadband, Buffet Breakfast in Whitby's Restaurant, snacks and Drinks 24-7, with working desk, air conditioning, alarm clock, color TV, hairdryer, heating, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, kettle, voicemail, valet service, iron/ironing board, broadband internet access, minibar, and ensuite bathroom with shower over bath. All rooms are non-smoking. No rollaway beds can be accommodated. *Includes Club Lounge Access* Benefits include: Complimentary Buffet Breakfast served in Whitby's Restaurant, In the Club Lounge receive complimentary Drinks and Nibbles between 5pm - 7pm. FREE High Speed Internet in Club Lounge * King bed * Turndown service* 100MB interet free in room.

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Hotel Map

Area served
Wellington
Nearby airports
Wellington Airport
Area description
The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is located right in the heart of Wellington, the hotel has direct access to the major shopping precinct of Lambton Quay and only a short walk to the city's government and corporate offices. Parliament, Wellington Convention Centre, Westpac Stadium, TSB Arena, Te Papa, the Cable Car and Botanic Gardens are all within 10 minutes walk of the hotel.

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Currency Exchange
  • Elevators
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Whitby's Restaurant
Whitby's Bar & Restaurant offers its patrons a delicious array of choices from buffet to a la carte to light meals.
Sojourn Cafe
Sojourn cafe is located in the lobby with an exciting menu of international cuisine. The hotel also has a resident pianist playing 6 nights a week.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (165)

Ratings and reviews for James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Overall score

4.7 / 5
About the scores
165 out of 165
Amenities:
4.4
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.7
Value:
4.4

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Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

SJV3
New York, NY, USA
Apr 16, 2012

awesome value for your money

I had a great experience. The hotel was clean, modern, had a great location, helpful staff and honestly a great price for the hotel. It is located in the financial district and a short walk to the main strips.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Short walk to museums which are all free and really great in Wellington.

Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

nzhoneymooner
NC
Dec 4, 2011

Nice hotel, but a few extra fees

This hotel was in a great location - east walking distance to the water and lots of restaurants, etc. We were surprised with the extra charge for using a credit card to pay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

FenFenFen
Taipei
Sep 29, 2011

1 day trip in Wellington

The location of this hotel is excellent, just nearby the main street (Lambton St./shopping & CBD area), and is very convenient for any kinds of public transportation.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

take the elevator 5 down to Lambton st. and take cable car to Cable Car Museum, after that, you can take the free shuttle to Zealandia next to Cable Car Museum. After visiting Zealandia, take the free shuttle back and take a walk in Botanic garden next to Cable Car Museum. There is a main/popular walk which could lead you to the Beehive to take an one hour free tour to the Parliament building.

Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

Chris
Not Provided
Jun 10, 2011

Very good location and value for

Very good location and value for money. Good room size no Cafe open in W/end

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

Phill
Not Provided
Jun 7, 2011

Excellent location right on Lambton

Excellent location right on Lambton Quay via the Hotel lift. Room Service was good as well

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

Olwyn
Not Provided
Jun 1, 2011

Centrally located with very good

Centrally located with very good quality dining facilities.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Gert
Not Provided
May 24, 2011

The experience was better than

The experience was better than expected. Very quite although in the hart of the city.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

Nola
Not Provided
May 16, 2011

Have stayed there before and like

Have stayed there before and like the location. We bought a package that we thought included some free drinks but no mention made at reception. No breakfast included in package. We got a $50 store voucher included in the package. Later spotted we could have had got slightly cheaper deal that included breakfasts at the same hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Glennis
Not Provided
May 15, 2011

A well located , central hotel.

A well located , central hotel. Room was spacious, and bed comfortable. Having stayed here several times, I can recommend this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

Ross
Not Provided
May 9, 2011

Excellent central city hotel -

Excellent central city hotel - always a pleasant experience

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
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