Supporting Community & Culture

We are proud to contribute positively to the community in which we operate. For every direct booking made through our website, $2 is donated to Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne supporting habitat restoration, species protection, and environmental education.

We recommend heading up to see the eco-sanctuary and its native wildlife yourself. ZEALANDIA tops the list of fun Wellington activities and was even featured on the Top 100 Places In The World To Visit by Times Magazine. Take the guided tour and keep an eye out for Kiwi!

Check out there website here to discovery more!

A businesswoman receiving her room key at the reception of the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Encouraging Responsible Travel

Through our Green Stay Programme, guests can opt for reduced housekeeping services in exchange for a food and beverage credit, a small choice that makes a meaningful difference.

We believe sustainability is a shared journey. By choosing to stay with us, guests are supporting a hotel committed to responsible tourism and positive impact.

Energy & Resource Efficiency

  • ​​​​​LED lighting installed throughout the property
  • Motion-sensor lighting in corridors, stairwells, and common areas
  • Guest room power key-card systems to minimise unnecessary energy use
  • Building Management System controlling air conditioning in unoccupied areas

Waste Reduction

  • Monthly waste reporting to monitor landfill, recycling, and cardboard volumes
  • Staff recycling training and split bins in guest rooms
  • Large-format refillable bathroom amenities to reduce single-use plastics
  • Removal of plastic water bottles, replaced with glass bottles and refill stations