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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

★★★★ 147 The Terrace, Wellington, NZ

8.4 guest rating· 9530 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation

James Cook Hotel offers fully refurbished Executive King or Twin Rooms, providing a comfortable stay with modern amenities such as air conditioning, free WiFi, and stunning city or harbour views.

Convenient Location

Situated in the heart of Wellington, guests can easily explore popular attractions like Cuba Street and Courtenay Place within a short walk. Direct elevator access to Lambton Quay makes shopping and sightseeing a breeze.

Dining with a View

Indulge in delicious buffet or à la carte dining at the 17th-floor Whitby’s Restaurant and Bar while enjoying panoramic harbour views. For a more casual experience, Sojourn Café offers a contemporary menu with live piano music to elevate your dining experience.

Experience luxury and convenience at James Cook Hotel - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Junior Suite

Sleeps 2 · 56 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Located on the top floor of the hotel, this suite has a seating area and dining table for your convenience. You can enjoy the city views from the suite. Guests can enjoy the following benefits: - Complimentary ironing service (up to 2 items per day during business hours) - Deluxe turn-down service including tea and homemade cookies, Nespresso coffee machines - Forest & Birds Botanical Skincare range - Complimentary WiFi - Access to the Harbor View Lounge

Deluxe King Room

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Located on the top floor, this room features premium bedding & bathroom amenities and welcome snack plate. Guests can enjoy the following benefits: - Access to the Harbor View Lounge - Complimentary ironing service (up to 2 items per day during business hours) - Deluxe turn-down service including tea and homemade cookies, Nespresso coffee machines - Forest & Birds Botanical Skincare range - Complimentary WiFi A twin bed option is available for this room. This is limited and subject to availability and with a minimum 24-hours notice required to the property. There are only a limited number of rooms that can be twin bedded.

Newly Refurbished Premium King Room

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

This corner room is refurbished and located on the higher floors of the hotel. They are spacious and enjoy city views. These rooms have one king size bed, which can be split into 2 single beds with a minimum 24-hours notice required to the property.

Newly Refurbished - Executive King Room

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Fully refurbished in 2019, these Executive King Rooms are located on the higher floors of the hotel. This room includes all the thoughtful amenities you would expect, with an updated bathroom with walk-in shower.

King Suite with Harbour View

Sleeps 3 · 60 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>645-sq-foot room with harbor views </p><br/><p><b>Club/Executive Level</b> - Executive Lounge access and light refreshments</p><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch LED TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, heating, fresh towels every 4 days, fresh bed sheets every 4 days </p> <p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Premium Room

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>323 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, heating, fresh towels every 4 days, fresh bed sheets every 4 days </p> <p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Deluxe Room

Sleeps 2 · 26 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>280-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, city views</p><br/><p><b>Club/Executive Level</b> - Executive Lounge access and light refreshments</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch LED TV with cable channels and streaming services</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, heating, fresh towels every 4 days, fresh bed sheets every 4 days </p> <p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Executive Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>301 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, heating, fresh towels every 4 days, fresh bed sheets every 4 days </p> <p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Terrace Room

Sleeps 4 · 24 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>258 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 27-inch LCD TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, heating, fresh towels every 4 days, fresh bed sheets every 4 days </p> <p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Executive Twin Room

Sleeps 4 · 28 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>301 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, heating, fresh towels every 4 days, fresh bed sheets every 4 days </p> <p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Fitness center
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
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  • Family rooms
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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147 The Terrace, Wellington, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.49530 reviews

+ Great location+ Excellent service+ Good breakfastCleanliness issuesBasic room qualityHigh parking costs
Cleanliness7.9
Service9.3
Location9.4
Room Quality7.3
Amenities8.3
Value for Money7.3

Guest review

9.0

Great location in the city

natalie · NZ · 2026-07-22

Guest review

10.0

Breakfast, location, room.

nothing.

Alberto · NZ · 2026-07-22

Great stay - would definitely come again!

8.0

Great hotel in the city - walking distance to all the attractions. Clean Friendly staff.

Waller · NZ · 2026-07-21

Good to know

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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

People no matter the age stay for NZD 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Parking

Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs NZD 30 per day.