James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

2 × Newly Refurbished - Executive King Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2
Each unit has:
Bed: 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast US$23 (optional)
Only 4 rooms left on our site
US$296 per night
Price US$888
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

James Cook Hotel is located in the heart of Wellington, just 500 metres from Lambton Harbour. It features a fitness centre and a restaurant with harbour 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 en suite bathrooms and work desks. Each room includes free WiFi, cable TV, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms feature city or harbour views. Facilities at the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor include a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Hotel guests have access to Les Mills fitness centre on Lambton Quay. The 17th-floor Whitby’s Restaurant and Bar offers buffet or à la carte dining stunning harbour views. Sojourn Café features a contemporary à la carte menu. A pianist plays live in Whitby’s & Sojourn several days a week.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking on site
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Situated in the best rated area in Wellington, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast info

    • Buffet

    • Rooms with:

    • Landmark view

    • Parking available at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Newly Refurbished - Executive King Room
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Only 4 rooms left on our site
High floor
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
301 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Radio
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
US$148 per night
Price US$444
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$148 per night
Price US$444
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$165 per night
Price US$496
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$152 per night
Price US$457
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$161 per night
Price US$483
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Newly Refurbished Premium King Room
Only 2 rooms left on our site
High floor
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
323 feet²
Landmark view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$169 per night
Price US$506
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$186 per night
Price US$558
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$173 per night
Price US$519
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$182 per night
Price US$545
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$169 per night
Price US$506
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Deluxe King Room
Only 4 rooms left on our site
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
301 feet²
Landmark view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$174 per night
Price US$522
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$174 per night
Price US$522
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$209 per night
Price US$628
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$191 per night
Price US$573
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alex
    Australia Australia
    “Rooms were nicely refurbished and very clean. Location was great, right on Lambton Quay”
  • Rebakah
    Australia Australia
    “Absolutely loved the location, the room was always warm which was good as it was cold on this trip. And the staff were lovely!”
  • Sally
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Staff were exceptional helping with everything/question we had. Friendly and genuine”
  • Brent
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Everything clean, tidy, chose the enviro service with a 10 credit - good incentive, Team highlighted I had my car full of gear and offered me to move my car in front of lobby - thanks.”
  • Katrina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Staff were friendly, great meals, great bar staff, perfect location for everything”
  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Staff friendly and helpful from the reception staff through to the restaurant staff. Checking in and out smooth process.”
  • Fiona
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Bed very comfy, room met our needs. Staff pleasant.”
  • Darren
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great location, excellent service, everything you need for a stay in Wellington.”
  • Lauren
    South Africa South Africa
    “It was in a great location. The staff were friendly and the rooms are clean and equipped”
  • Kirsty
    Australia Australia
    “Good location. Close to the shops and places to eat. Comfortable and tidy room with great water pressure in the shower.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Whitbys Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about US$59. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
NZD 50 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 50 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 non-refundable reservations will be charged at the time of booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

It is 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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.