Local Attractions
At the heart of Wellington's commercial and retail districts, the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor has 269 well-appointed rooms and suites with two restaurants and bars. Close to TSB Arena, Sky Stadium, Te Papa Museum, waterfront, Lambton Quay shopping.
Property Description
At the heart of Wellington's commercial and retail districts, the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor has 269 well-appointed rooms and suites with two restaurants and bars. As the capital's leading Qualmark rated 4.5 Star hotel, we offer both business and leisure travellers friendly and professional service.Sojourn Café & Bar offers customers innovative cuisine and friendly service in a contemporary ambience; ideal for drinks, snacks or a delectable dinner. The iconic Whitby's Restaurant & Bar offers superb a la carte dining and an extensive international buffet. Along with other hotel facilities, you can benefit from our free wireless internet access throughout the hotel, Absolute Bliss Beauty Therapy and a complimentary in-house gymnasium. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is committed to environmental and social sustainability. We currently hold Gold Earthcheck Certification from EC3 Global and Gold Accreditation from Qualmark.
Details / Other Expenses
Check In: | 1400 |
Check Out: | 1100 |
Year of Last Renovation: | 2019 |
Floors: | 14 |
Rooms: | 269 |
Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
Non Smoking Rooms: | 269 |
Handicap Rooms: | 2 |
Rooms with 2 Beds: | 64 |
Suites: | 3 |
Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
Meeting Rooms: | 1 |
Meeting Space: | 9177 sq. feet |
Banquet Space: | Holds 240 people |
Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: For bookings of 9 or less rooms cancellations made prior to 2pm (local time) the day prior to arrival are permitted free of charge. Late cancellations or non-arrivals will be charged for the first night's accommodation.For group bookings of 10 rooms |
Nightly Parking: | 30 |
Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
Total Taxes: | 15.00% |
Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 15.00 GST % |
Parking Fee: | 30.00 Per Night (Subject to availability) |
Additional Person Fee: | 35.00 Per Night |
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 26.00 Per Person |
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 32.00 Per Person |
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 36.00 Per Person |
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 50.00 Per Person |
Morning Break Cost: | 9.00 Per Person (tea/coffee + 1food item) |
Afternoon Break Cost: | 9.00 Per Person (tea/coffee + 1food item) |
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is located approximately 8km from Wellington Airport. You can reach the airport by taxi for approximately $40 NZD, this will take 15-30 minutes.
Local Shuttle Info: Local shuttles cost approximately $20 NZD per person. The hotel can help make these arrangements upon request or shuttles wait outside the airport upon arrival.
Breakfast Information
We offer Full Buffet Breakfast at $32.00 per person in Whitbys Restaurant.
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Parking Info
Valet parking is available at a daily charge of $30.00 per car, per night. Parking for Group Reservations needs to be arranged in advance, subject to availability.
Internet / WiFI
Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge.
Cleaning Policies
The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor follows the guidelines as per the Ministry of Health and New Zealand Government along with our own Chancellor Clean programme. This includes increased frequency of cleaning in public areas, using hospital grade disinfencant with particular focus on high-touch surfaces in the guest rooms and public areas. Protocols are regularly reviewed as the guidelines change.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast: Lamason Brew Bar - Specialty coffee in a laid-back setting - 1.2km
- Lunch: Fidel's Cafe - Iconic spot for Cuban sandwiches and coffee - 2.1km
- Dinner: Logan Brown - Fine dining in a converted bank building - 1.5km
- Activity: Te Papa Tongarewa Museum - New Zealand's national museum, offering interactive exhibits - 1.8km
Day 2
- Breakfast: Prefab Eatery - Acclaimed all-day brunch and coffee - 1.0km
- Lunch: Maranui Cafe - Beachfront cafe with vibrant decor and sea views - 7.0km
- Dinner: Ortega Fish Shack - Cozy spot for seafood dishes - 2.0km
- Activity: Wellington Cable Car - Scenic ride offering city and harbor views - 0.5km
Day 3
- Breakfast: The Hangar - Coffee roastery and cafe with hearty breakfasts - 1.3km
- Lunch: Sweet Mother's Kitchen - Comfort food with a New Orleans twist - 1.4km
- Dinner: Hippopotamus - French-inspired cuisine with harbor views - 2.2km
- Activity: Zealandia Ecosanctuary - A protected natural area with walking trails and rare wildlife - 4.5km