Title: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Luxury hotel with bars and a fitness center ## Photo gallery for James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor ![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds - James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/72179529.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Concierge desk - James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/eb4ec549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/48c76916.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Buffet - James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/fd5b0cb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Twin Room - James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/05fc035b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers a luxurious Wellington retreat. Dine at two restaurants, stay fit at the gym, or relax with café coffee. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected, and two bars are perfect for unwinding after exploring the city. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Gym ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 12 - Dec. 13](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 13 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 19 - 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645 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Executive Double Room ![Executive Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/092f5e98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room 9.2 Wonderful 118 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains - 301 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Executive Twin Room ![Executive Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/05fc035b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 107 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains - 301 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Junior Suite ![Deluxe Junior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/046199be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Junior Suite 10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Executive Lounge Free cribs/infant beds Mini-fridge LED TV - 646 sq ft - Harbor view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for King Suite with Harbour View ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/ad730323.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Suite with Harbour View 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Executive Lounge Free cribs/infant beds Mini-fridge LED TV - 645 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Harbor view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/f3d33d05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 9.6 Exceptional 11 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Executive Lounge Free cribs/infant beds Mini-fridge LED TV Pillow menu - 280 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Terrace Room - Sleeps 2 ### Family Room - Sleeps 5 ### View all photos for Terrace Room ![Terrace Room ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/ca0038f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Terrace Room 8.4 Very good 175 reviews ### Highlights Terrace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### Executive Twin Room - Sleeps 4 ### Premium Room - Sleeps 2 ### Deluxe Room - Sleeps 2 ### Deluxe Junior Suite - Sleeps 2 ### King Suite With Harbour View - Sleeps 3 ### Executive King Room - Sleeps 2 ## You may also like Ad ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Gilmer Apartment Hotel Wellington CBD - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 1,412 reviews CA $98 CA $114 total includes taxes & fees Dec 23 - Dec 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Gilmer-Apartment-Hotel.h1633802.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-12-23&chkout=2025-12-24&rm1=a2®ionId=6127327&destination=Wellington (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=-41.286438,174.776566&searchId=3e00b39d-e0e2-41ed-bd99-efbb7f434af1&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![View from room](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1275/a1e725de_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay Mount Victoria - 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Airport (WLG) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪InterContinental Lounge - ‬4 min walk - ‪Collective Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk - ‪Frank's Terrace - ‬2 min walk - ‪Two Grey - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Long Bar on Brandon - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Luxury family-friendly hotel near Te Papa Located close to Carter Observatory and Botanic Gardens, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 2 bars. The on-site restaurant, Whitbys Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a gym and a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge) - A porter/bellhop, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services - Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and 8 meeting rooms - Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, convenient parking, and central location Room features All 269 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property. 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2 bars/lounges - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Sojourn Cafe and Bar - Whitbys Restaurant ### Things to do - Gym - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room babysitting (surcharge) - In-room crib - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (weekly) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 8 meeting rooms - Conference center ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 14 floors - 2 buildings - Banquet hall - Built in 1972 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Free crib - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Mini-fridge ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Free weekday newspapers - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Children aged 4 and younger eat free breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 38 for adults and NZD 19 for children - Covered self parking fee: NZD 35.00 per night (in/out privileges) - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Safety features at this property include a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property A credit card imprint is required at check-in. If a valid credit card cannot be produced, a NZD 100 cash bond must be paid at check-in. Property Registration Number NZBN: 9429040890876 ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Parking height restrictions apply ### National rating Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand. ### Property is also known as James Cook Chancellor James Cook Chancellor Hotel James Cook Grand James Cook Grand Chancellor James Cook Grand Chancellor Hotel James Cook Grand Chancellor Wellington James Cook Hotel James Cook Hotel Grand James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Wellington James Cook Wellington James Cook Grand Chancellor James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Hotel James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Wellington James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Hotel Wellington ## Frequently asked questions ### Is James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor? ### What time is check-out at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor? ### Where is James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 855 8 - Good 539 6 - Okay 147 4 - Poor 62 2 - Terrible 34 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### David Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, spacious and very central, close to all shops and restaurants ##### David Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Juan Nov 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The service is very good and the location is perfect for a day in Wellington. ##### Juan Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Talia Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, all staff we encountered were great and the room was clean and comfy. ##### Talia Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona Nov 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is fantastic, staff friendly and helpful and great restaurant. Rooms nice. ##### Fiona Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirk Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good location for shopping and dining. Great service from staff. ##### Kirk Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy-Leigh Sep 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was a nice stay and the staff was very friendly ##### Stacy-Leigh Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla Nov 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was perfect, staff were helpful especially when i had to borrow a phone charger. ##### Carla Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### WU Sep 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place stay for either business trip and vacations! Very convenient to the go downtown Central Area of Wellington and also lots of good restaurants and shopping places nearby the hotel! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/912ca2de-ce7c-4797-8747-dc44184fb4b7-1758885670262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8c7df33f-9dcb-47a5-b5dc-163b93639cff-1758885669707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ed6b3261-8b55-47a8-88ba-a4fd6c03bd57-1758885669725.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/425211e0-16b9-4541-9759-09074d36fdc2-1758885670452.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### WU Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Newly refurbished rooms - comfy beds and pillow menu ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aleisha Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I loved the breakfast set up, (great omelet from the chef)and staff were friendly. Would stay again. ##### Aleisha Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikki Aug 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Nice staff, great location ##### Nikki Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JoAnne Nov 17, 2025 Great location. Room was clean but a bit worn. That said, good value for the money. Staff was friendly and excellent breakfast included ##### JoAnne Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very central, walking distance to Wellington sights. Clean good size rooms, and comfortable beds ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location very central staff were very helpful definitely stay again ##### Christine Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ayla Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sportless. Very friendly ##### Ayla Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raja Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent staff , polite and very helpful ! ##### Raja Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great to have acess to parking and easy access to lambton quay. Buffet breakfast was a great treat. ##### Jane Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Olivia Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was lovely and tidy, easy access to lambton quay and to the car park. ##### Olivia Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kendall Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our family had a great stay over the school holidays. Clean, well-equipped gym, and my kids loved being able to choose their pillows from the 'pillow menu'. Also the staff were all friendly and very helpful. Would stay again. ##### Kendall Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### joe Oct 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities reasonable price,Clean and quiet room.Pretty good all round ##### joe Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Warren Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect location with easy access to shopping and venues right in the city centre. Large clean rooms, great staff, easy parking. ##### Warren Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place. Staff are amazing. Excellent food. Clean ##### Mark Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super place to stay when in Wellington. Check-in seamless and professional. Katey did a great job, Nothing to improve on here. ##### Alan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan Oct 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great central location. Easy to park car and walk everywhere. Many choices for cafe/restaurants. Fabulous shopping close by. ##### Megan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mere Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was access to shopping, safe. Staff were helpful and respectful. Room was clean and bed was super comfortable. 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