Cheong Fatt Tze, The Blue Mansion

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This iconic blue-walled mansion preserves 19th-century opulence with exquisite Chinese architectural details and feng shui principles. The thoughtful restoration balances heritage authenticity with modern comfort, making it Penang's benchmark for

6 expert reviews
Frommer's Frommer's
"The mansion is a sight to behold. Cheong spent lavishly for Chinese detail that reflects the spirit of his heritage and the fashion of the day, as well as the rules of traditional feng shui. " Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Indigo-color outer walls of the former home to 19th-century millionaire Cheong Fatt Tze are responsible for this property's well-known nickname, the "Blue Mansion." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"With their philosophy of 'treading lightly and touching softly', The Blue Mansion was brought back to life and has become one of Penang's most famous boutique hotels." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"Occupying one of George Town's most emblematic buildings, the Blue Mansion wrote the book on how to craft the ideal heritage hotel." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The entrance of the hotel Cheong Fatt Tze, or The Blue Mansion, a historic hotel loved for its distinctive indigo blue exterior. A guest room at Cheong Fatt Tze, filled with antiques."
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Echoing the rags-to-riches story of Cheong Fatt Tze, the eponymous boutique hotel is widely known as The Blue Mansion. Constructed in the 19th century following a consultation with the..."
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Amenities
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Free Internet
Room Service
Free Breakfast
Laundry Service
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