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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.1(2,398)
Hotel

About

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor offers spacious, contemporary rooms with city and harbour views in Wellington's central business district. Its range includes executive and premium rooms with walk-in showers and top-floor suites that provide a blend of style and comfort tailored for business travelers.

The hotel features flexible meeting and event spaces ideal for board meetings, presentations, and private functions, supported by professional event staff. On-site dining options include Whitby's Restaurant & Bar on the 17th floor with panoramic city views, plus a lobby café and 24-hour room service, making it a convenient choice for corporate events and stays.

Best for

  • Central CBD meetings & conferences
  • Client dinners with harbour views
  • Multi-night stays for business travelers

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Views
Panoramic city and harbour vistas from upper floors
Rooms on the higher floors, including Deluxe Junior Suites and King Suites, feature large windows offering sweeping views of Wellington’s cityscape and harbour, providing a scenic backdrop for guests.
Event Spaces
Flexible meeting and event facilities with city outlooks
The hotel offers adaptable spaces suitable for board meetings, presentations, and private functions, complemented by professional event support and views of the central district from the 17th floor restaurant.
Dining
Whitby’s Restaurant & Bar with central district views
Located on the 17th floor, Whitby’s serves buffet breakfast and dinner to locals and guests, pairing elevated dining with captivating views of Wellington’s central district.

At a glance

Rated 4.1 on Google · 2,398 reviews