James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
147 The Terrace, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
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147 The Terrace, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
James Cook Hotel is located in the heart of Wellington, just 1640 feet from Lambton Harbor. It features a fitness center and a restaurant with harbor views. James Cook Wellington is just 15 minutes’ walk from both Cuba Street and Courtenay Place. Wellington International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. The hotel offers direct elevator access to Lambton Quay. Enjoy the full refurbishment when you stay in the Executive King or Twin Rooms. All air-conditioned rooms come with private bathrooms and work desks. Each room includes free WiFi, cable TV, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms feature city or harbor views. Facilities at the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor include a 24-hour front desk and a business center. Hotel guests have access to Les Mills fitness center on Lambton Quay. The 17th-floor Whitby’s Restaurant and Bar offers buffet or à la carte dining stunning harbor views. Sojourn Café features a contemporary à la carte menu. A pianist plays live in Whitby’s & Sojourn several days a week.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Babysitting/Child Services
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Elevator
  • Coffee shop
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Concierge services
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Electronic room key
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Fitness center
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Restaurant (special diets available)
  • Tour services
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Indoor parking (charges may apply)
  • Kid-friendly dining
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stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The location is near the embassy and CBD. Have access to parking space in Wilson parking building Very nice hotel and staff in the Restaurant
The food in the buffet was not meeting my expectation much like the bacon was not crispy as its sitting in the food warmer. There was no white rice option and not so many selection of breakfast option. The fruits were not so fresh as it was hard to eat The staff in the receptionist did not explain all needs to be done when doing a check in. The ticket parking tge just have you 1 ticket and you have to request another ticket when you come back to the hotel. They have to explain it or they should gave us another ticket as they know we are getting In & Out of the hotel which was not been explained properly The instructions is not in a full details when you do the check in.
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Breakfast was exceptional, bathroom was clean, beds comfortable and staff friendly
Shower/bath could be renewed as is a bit dated but nothing major
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The room was good, it was located close to the restaurant which was nice. The hotels location on The Terrace is excellent as it is easy to drive to and gives amazing access (by elevator) to the city centre.
Didn't really have any negatives during our stay
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Perfect place to stay
Not alot of parking when checking in as was jammed with taxis waiting out front
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location, clean and tidy and a really good breakfast. We will stay again when travelling to Wellington
Not that i didnt like it, but a bit more info on the parking would have been good. We ended up paying a lot more for it as didnt reolise we had to go through the cardholders entrance. Not coming from a city those things aren't obvious to us so i can imagine wouldn't be for others either.
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Easy parking, lovely view, comfy bed great room service
Room 1407 has a crack on outside of toilet. The jugs was too big to fit under tap in bathroom. Need a microwave in the room. Suggest a small plate for dirty spoons to sit on
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Clean and tidy friendly staff good additions to the room good breakfast spread
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Location is good. Buffet breakfast selection is good but expensive.
Very rundown and tired looking, needs a major revamp. Is not value for money. Room 1414 had almost no natural light. Lifts to lampton quay smelled like pee.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Was super handy to CBD
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Bed and cleanliness
Parking too small and our fan in our bathroom didn't work.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Comfortable bed, great location, car parking on site, friendly staff, pillows firm, tea & Coffee was good
Nothing
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Convenient
Room was cold not enough bedding
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Close to everything
Top floor lounge was a let down, complementary platter was a let down, noisey when it comes to neighbors
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Wellington Intl Airport - 3.37 mi
    • Kapiti Coast Airport - 28.53 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Alexander Mckay Geological Museum - 917 f
      • Museum of Wellington City and Sea - 0.21 mi
      • Museum of Wellington City Sea - 0.21 mi
      • Carter Observatory - 0.25 mi
      • City Gallery Wellington - 0.37 mi
      • Te Papa Tongarewa - 0.43 mi
      • New Zealand Portrait Gallery - 0.45 mi

    Attractions/Entertainment

      Zoo Show all on map »
      • Bolton St Cemetery - 0.35 mi
      • Botanic Gardens - 0.45 mi
      • Botanical Gardens - 0.46 mi
      • Frank Kitts Park - 0.54 mi

    Transport

      Train stations Show all on map »
      • Wellington Railway Station - 0.50 mi

    Other attractions

      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • Cable Car - 198 f
      • Bolton Street Cemetery - 0.30 mi
      • City to Sea Bridge - 0.35 mi
      • Old Government Buildings - 0.37 mi
      • Katherine Mansfield Birthplace - 0.47 mi
      • Civic Square - 0.54 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • Antrim House - 885 f
      • Beehive Parliament Building - 0.40 mi
      • Turnbull House - 0.40 mi
      • Parliament Buildings - 0.44 mi
      • St Peter s Anglican Church - 0.53 mi
      • Premier House - 0.54 mi
      • Wellington Cathedral of St Paul - 0.59 mi
      • Old St Paul's Church - 0.62 mi
      • Old St Paul s Cathedral - 0.65 mi
      Things to do Show all on map »
      • Waterfront Walkway - 997 f
      • Taki Rua Productions - 0.20 mi
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      • Kelburn Park - 0.25 mi
      • Frank Knitts Park - 0.31 mi
      Stadiums, Arenas, and Racetracks Show all on map »
      • TSB Bank Arena Wellington - 0.26 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • Victoria University - 0.44 mi
      Famous Streets Show all on map »
      • Cuba Street District - 0.44 mi
      • Ascot Street - 0.45 mi
      • Cuba Street - 0.49 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Plimmer Steps - 899 f
      • Queen's Wharf Event Centre - 0.24 mi
      • Saint Mary of the Angels - 0.29 mi
      • St Andrew s on the Terrace - 0.32 mi
      • Sexton s Cottage - 0.34 mi
      • Wellington Convention Centre - 0.44 mi
      • St John s in the City - 0.45 mi
      • Wellington Botanic Garden - 0.45 mi
      • Tinakori Hill - 0.46 mi
      • Spinks Cottage - 0.47 mi
      • Archives New Zealand - 0.59 mi
      • Bishopscourt - 0.63 mi
      • Te Papa - 0.64 mi
      • Old St Paul's - 0.65 mi

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

147 The Terrace, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand