Hotel Grand Chancellor

Hotel Grand Chancellor is a hotel chain that operates throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Hotel Grand Chancellor
TypeHotel
IndustryHospitality
HeadquartersAustralia
New Zealand
ProductsTemporary residence
ParentGrand Hotels International
WebsiteOfficial Website

History

The Hotel Grand Chancellor, Christchurch was severely damaged in the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake, and was believed to be in an imminent state of collapse. The hotel at 26-storeys was the tallest building in Christchurch.[1]

The hotel was searched and no survivors or bodies found. Demolition began in December 2011[2] and was completed by May 2012.[3]

Hotels

Open

Australia

New Zealand

  • Auckland City
  • Wellington (branded as James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor)

Closed

Australia

  • Palm Cove

New Zealand

References

  1. NZ Herald, "Hotel Grand Chancellor on verge of collapse", 23 February 2011, NZPA
  2. Hartevelt, John (5 March 2011). "Christchurch earthquake: Demolitions key to CBD access". stuff.co.nz. Retrieved 5 March 2011.
  3. Final moments of the Grand Chancellor released | Stuff.co.nz


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