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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

147 The Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington, New Zealand
See location+64 4499 9500
From
R1 378
Cheapest

rate per night

8,4
Very good
based on 3075 reviews
3 075 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 378
Standard Room
R1 435
Executive room
R1 584
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Overview

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers contemporary accommodation in Wellington and is within a 20-minute walk of Wellington Railway Station. It provides 4.5-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.

There are a variety of facilities on offer to guests of James Cook Hotel, such as body treatments, an executive floor and an express check-in and check-out feature. It offers babysitting services, a currency exchange and a reception that operates 24 hours a day.

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers rooms equipped with cable/satellite channels, a mini bar and a flat-screen TV. They all offer a bathtub, an alarm clock and a desk.

In-house dining options include Whitby’s, which provides an ideal spot to enjoy a meal. Each evening, guests are welcome to relax in the cosy lounge bar. Guests are also able to try one of the many bars and restaurants nearby.

The hotel is ideally located for discovering the city, with Bolton Street Memorial Park just a short walk away. Wellington Cable Car, the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and Wellington Cathedral of St Paul are each within walking distance.

8,4
Very good rating
Based on 3 075 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Fri 18/7
Sat 19/7
Standard Room
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R1 435
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R1 779
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R1 935
Double room
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R1 378
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R1 444
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R1 469
King room
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R1 960
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R2 339
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R2 799
Deluxe room
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R3 151
Executive room
bed type unknown
R1 584
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R1 592
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R1 594
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

General

  • Window
  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8.4
Very good
3075 verified ratings
Wonderful
1241
Very good
739
Good
583
Okay
216
Fair
166
Mediocre
70
Poor
60

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciate the hotel's great location and cleanliness, with many noting the comfortable beds and spacious rooms. However, there are concerns about the declining service quality, particularly with the valet service and room changes. Overall, the hotel offers good value for money but needs some modernization.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Feb 2017
Pros (+) Very quiet. Comfortable bed and good sized room.
Cons (-) Very old decor. I would 70s look. I actually don't think the carpet has changed since the 70s Needs to be refurbished.
4.5
Mediocre
Robbie, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Lift goes straight down to lambton quay
Cons (-) In poor condition, outdated, tatty. Building from outside is an eyesore. Staff pretty miserable.

Location

147 The Terrace, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Wellington Cable Car77 m
  • Lambton Quay0.6 km
  • City to Sea Bridge0.6 km
  • Michael Fowler Centre0.7 km
  • New Zealand Parliament Buildings0.7 km
  • Victoria University of Wellington0.8 km
  • Sacred Heart Cathedral0.8 km
  • National Library0.9 km
  • Wellington Cathedral of St Paul0.9 km
  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa1 km
  • Cuba Street1.1 km
  • St James Theatre1.1 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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R1 699
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

  • How long should you stay at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

  • Where is James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor located?

    James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is located at 147 The Terrace in Wellington Central, 0,3 km from the centre of Wellington. Wellington Cable Car is the closest landmark to James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor.

  • Does James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor from the airport?

    James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is 5,7 km from Wellington. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is 45,7 km from Paraparaumu.

  • How does KAYAK find such great James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor hotel deals?

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Distance to airport

8,4
0,3 km
Wellington
5,6 km

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