An elegant heritage mansion with dyed in a distinctive indigo blue.
Built in the 19th century, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is a traditional Chinese mansion that now serves as a luxury hotel and restaurant. Nestled within the historic heart of George Town, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion tells a tale of the life of an illustrious Chinese merchant who found success abroad. As you step into the mansion, you will be transported to a rich world filled with antique Chinese furnishings and Art Nouveau pieces in a quirky fusion of eastern and western architecture. In the same vein, the restaurant features mouth-watering Penang cuisine that draws influence from the east and west. Although staying at the mansion will allow you to indulge in luxuriant oriental rooms with characteristic timber furniture and red-and-gold décor, you can still appreciate the history of Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion without booking a room. The daily guided tours will regale you with interesting nuggets about an influential Chinese business mogul as they take you through the vast courtyard and rooms through the lens of the past century. Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion awaits – your chance to experience the luxury of living a life of splendour is here.
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