James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, Wellington
Overview
Offering spa therapy and a shared lounge, James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Wellington lies in a central area of Wellington only a 5-minute walk from Antrim House. Featuring 106 rooms with views of the ocean, this 4-star hotel is 2.2 km from National War Memorial.
Location
The hotel is located right in the centre of Wellington within a few blocks of the science museum "Space Place at Carter Observatory" plus Wellington Museum is nearby. Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is within 15 minutes' walk of the Grand Chancellor Wellington, while The Terrace at Aurora Terrace bus stop is around 500 metres away.
The property is also not far from Lambton Harbour.
Wellington train station is a mere 1.2 km away.
Rooms
The rooms at this Wellington hotel have individual climate control and blackout curtains. Some of them comprise storage and a dining area, appointed with a sofa set. Guests are welcome to use hairdryers and a shower cap in en-suite bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.
Eat & Drink
The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. It also looks onto the harbour. Goods, which serves European specialities, is a 5-minute stroll away.
Leisure & Business
The Grand Chancellor has a fitness studio.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Meet the ChefHave a private session with the Executive Chef of the hotel and learn the art of hand-rolled pasta or how to make perfect seafood chowder.
Mixology ClassMix your own signature cocktail with the expert mixologists of the hotel and learn the history and techniques of cocktail making.
Cooking DemonstrationWatch the hotel's chefs prepare and cook signature dishes while learning about unique Kiwi ingredients and flavors.
Wine TastingDiscover New Zealand's renowned wine regions with an exclusive tasting session led by the hotel's sommelier.
Whiskey AppreciationTake part in a whiskey tasting and learn about the intricacies of this popular spirit as you sample a selection of premium whiskeys.
Mocktail MakingLearn the art of creating refreshing mocktails with fresh seasonal fruit beats.
- Afternoon Tea
- Cheese Tasting
- Jazz Nights
- Private Cinema
- Indoor Pool
- Yoga and Pilates Classes
- Table Tennis
- Function Rooms
Location
Convenient Location
Wellington's central location is near Beehive, Te Papa Tongarewa Museum, and the Wellington Cable Car station.
Cuba Street Neighborhood
The Cuba Street district is known for its artistic character, featuring venues like the Wellington Museum and numerous cafés.
Local Bites to Try
Logan Brown, Ortega Fish Shack, and Shed 5 serve European cuisine, fresh seafood, and New Zealand dishes.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants