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 stars
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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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.
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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
8.3
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3066 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
737
Good
582
Okay
216
Fair
165
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
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8.3 out of 10
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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
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Low season | High season | Average price (weeknight) | Average price (weekend night) |
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December | September | $186 | $192 |
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