James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
About this property
James Cook Hotel is located in the heart of Wellington, just 1640 feet from Lambton Harbor. It features a fitness center and a restaurant with harbor views. James Cook Wellington is just 15 minutes’ walk from both Cuba Street and Courtenay Place. Wellington International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. The hotel offers direct elevator access to Lambton Quay. Enjoy the full refurbishment when you stay in the Executive King or Twin Rooms. All air-conditioned rooms come with private bathrooms and work desks. Each room includes free WiFi, cable TV, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms feature city or harbor views. Facilities at the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor include a 24-hour front desk and a business center. Hotel guests have access to Les Mills fitness center on Lambton Quay. The 17th-floor Whitby’s Restaurant and Bar offers buffet or à la carte dining stunning harbor views. Sojourn Café features a contemporary à la carte menu. A pianist plays live in Whitby’s & Sojourn several days a week.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking on site
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ramesh
New Zealand“The check-in was smooth although arrived around 10am. Nice to see the room available by then. Staff are lovely and a good dinner at Whitby's” - Aimee
United States“Great hotel clean and inviting in the middle of the city. Great value” - Eljon New Zealand“Perfect location for our family visit to Wellington. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Ths tsaff were friendly and helpful.”
- Sonja New Zealand“Great location right in the heart of the CBD, really comfy bedding the pillows were excellent, the room was modern and very clean. Good Parking and great view of the harbor from the club lounge on our floor, we got a cookie and tea served at...”
- Cameron New Zealand“Beds were super comfy, and the buffet breakfast was impressive.”
- Paul New Zealand“Met all expectations - very comfortable in all respects”
- Peter
New Caledonia“A lovely hotel. I have stayed many times. Great location, well appointed rooms and great facilities.” 
Max New Zealand“The bathroom was really old school but clean. The rest of the room was freshly refurbished. Breakfast was great! Staff excellent!”- Carolyn United States“Excellent location. There is an elevator from the hotel to Lampton Quay which makes walking to event venues easy. Evening staff incredibly responsive (I had left my charging cable at home). Very clean. Comfortable bed. I would return.”
- Laura New Zealand“We loved everything! ... Ease of parking and access to Lambton Quay. Having access to the Harbour View Lounge was amazing! We are already looking at when we'll be back ❤️”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Whitbys Restaurant
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free
Amenities of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Most popular amenities
- Parking on site
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs NZD 30 per day.
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
- Fitness center
Languages Spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that there is a 1.64% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard or JCB credit card or prepayment with debit card.
Please note that there is a 3.35% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card or prepayment with debit card.
Please note that James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor requires a credit card imprint or a NZD $100 per night cash/credit card deposit upon check in to cover any incidental charges. If using a debit card or cash, the total cost of the reservation is payable upon check in, plus the bond.
Please note that nonrefundable reservations will be charged at the time of booking.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
