Posted onSep 20, 2026|Standard King Room
Guest User
If you are wanting a very no frills basic hotel this is it. Has parking but be warned they are very tight parking spots not good for larger vehicles. You can hear people taking out in the corridors quite noisy. The white duvet had questionable stains on it 🤢. No hand towel to dry your hands on. The room was not made up while we were there. No tea bag’s etc topped up. The shower is over a bath and getting out is a deep step down on one leg nothing to hold onto so no good for people with mobility issues or elderly.
I did like that the vanity hand basin was outside of the toilet and shower meaning I could do make up etc without taking the bathroom up while my husband was in there. The wood around the hand basin/vanity was warping.
Good location just a walk away to Central CBD.
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Price per night from:JPY 7,118
Posted onFeb 19, 2026|Terrace Room
Exploring our one precious worldStayed one night at James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor for a conference held onsite.
Check-in staff were friendly and efficient. The hotel has three separate lift banks servicing different areas — if you’re unfamiliar with Wellington, definitely ask staff to explain the easiest exit route to the city. It makes a big difference.
Breakfast was a very large buffet with plenty of options, though I’ve experienced better quality elsewhere.
The hotel itself is older but has solid bones. Perfectly adequate for a work overnight stay. For personal travel I’d probably choose somewhere with more atmosphere, however it felt safe and comfortable.
One odd feature: some rooms face an internal terrace/window area — remember to close your curtains as people can see straight in.
Bed was clean and well made, the room was tidy, though the carpet is showing its age. The shower had excellent pressure and plenty of hot water — a highlight.
Overall: reliable, practical conference accommodation rather than a destination stay.
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Price per night from:JPY 11,493
Posted onMay 4, 2026|Superior Two Double Room
Chris-xxThe room itself was great, and we had a wonderful stay! The front desk staff were very friendly. Plus, they offer free milk – a nice touch! The location is excellent too; it's very close to the highway exit, super near the Old Bank, and also close to the beach. Considering the price and our experience, it was fantastic! There were four of us, and while the room was a bit small, it was perfectly acceptable. And the fact that parking is free for a long time is just amazing!
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Price per night from:JPY 11,375
Posted onApr 8, 2026|Superior King Room
Constance_Huo
Location-wise, it's right by Wellington train station, making it a great choice if you're arriving by train or heading to London.
Facilities: They're quite old. The air conditioning was one of those large, vintage units I'd never seen before, and it was incredibly noisy, so I just turned it off. The room had a microwave and cutlery, and surprisingly, a mini-bar – which you usually don't find in hotels at this price point. However, there was a snag: no price list for the mini-bar. While I knew the bottled water in the fridge wouldn't be free, I was still surprised to be charged $7 upon checkout (when a similar bottle is around $2.50 at the supermarket).
Service: The downstairs restaurant has long operating hours. I was able to order a delicious burger after a late check-in, and grab a coffee and a pastry to go during an early checkout. Most of my positive impression comes from that restaurant.
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Price per night from:JPY 15,064
Posted onNov 16, 2025
M597429****
The room is actually not as big as the picture, but the sanitation is very good. The front desk is very friendly and always provides the help you need. On the first day, I gave me a map of the city. After 2 days, I measured the seaside streets and piers with my feet. It is even more friendly for passengers taking the Airport Express AX. Under the intersection of Manners Street and Willis Street, walk south on the right hand side of the uphill road. Tea and coffee tubes are enough, and chocolate. I can't drink coffee anymore, I drink chocolate, and the hotel also prepared a large cup for me intimately. Very close to Cuba Street, in fact, not far from where to go. When I left, Beth happened to be off work, went home and drove BYD, took me to the airport, and turned a corner to see the filming place of the Lord of the Rings. Really friendly. If I go to Wellington again, I will definitely choose their home.
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Price per night from:JPY 9,932
Posted onJul 18, 2026|King Room
耳東氵罒幸一止location is great! just a short walk to Cuba Street and waking distance to Wellington Waterfront, Civiv district and Wellington Cable Car.
room is spacious and the kitchenette well equipped, we love there is a washing machine and dryer in the aparrment, a good stop choice for doing laundry and cooking home meals, few eating places around the area for those eating out, but some f&b do close pretty early with afternoon rest between 2-5pm, so check out the timings.
downside the fire evacuation alarm went off twice in a night, we got back to our rooms after a long wait, but the firemen and engines were a special perk to our trip.
no daily housekeeping service so those with longer stays have to ask for fresh linens when required.
staff are friendly and helpful, will recommend this place!
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Price per night from:JPY 11,517
Posted onJul 20, 2026|Studio Apartment Twin
Anonymous User
This hotel has a lot of artistic design, which I really liked. The stay was comfortable, and it has a pool and a hot tub, so no need to worry about the cold during winter trips. Right behind it is a large New World supermarket, which can meet all your daily needs. The room has cooking utensils and a washing machine. Across the street are a museum and the harbor, offering beautiful views. If I come back, I'll definitely choose this place again. Parking here costs $50, which is a bit pricey, but they offer valet service. You just hand them your car keys and don't have to worry about it; whenever you need the car, just ask them to bring it to the hotel entrance.
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Price per night from:JPY 14,922
Posted onOct 5, 2026|Guest Room King
Guest UserA great place to stay. With a lift down to Quay Street, its so convenient to the centre of town (a 5 min walk to TSB arena). The room had everything needed for a weekend stay. The bed was very comfortable with nice pillows. An on-site restaurant is a plus (that offers breakfast). Will definately consider booking here again.
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Price per night from:JPY 7,402
Posted onDec 30, 2025
Guest User
Great spacious room, perfect for families. The bathtub was an added bonus I love that you can get Netflix and Disney Great breakfast lots of variety. Only disappointment was that the pool and spa are no longer an option being an extra plus on a rainy day with the kids but overall didn't diminish a positive experience.
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Price per night from:JPY 16,033