Candy colours, flawless symmetry and rustic luxe: so many Instagrammable opportunities, so little time.

1. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

When it’s not playing the backdrop for award-winning films like Crazy Rich Asians or Indochine, the award-winning heritage hotel Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion immerses travellers in a spectacular experience of old-world East meets West glamour.

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2. Yeng Keng Hotel

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Look at those walls! Truth be told, Yeng Keng Hotel is a treasure trove of wildly eclectic yet tasteful architecture and plush comfort, a neat combination to meet all your holiday needs.

Don’t forget to try out Yeng Keng Hotel’s Café & Bar for a taste of delicious Hainanese and Western favourites.

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3. 88 Armenian

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The smart use of copper elements in 88 Armenian together with its exposed brick-walls and wooden flooring pay tribute to Armenian Street’s knickname as ‘Coppersmith Street’ back in the day.

Just opened in April this year, 88 Armenian is the place for history buffs and wanderlust souls to gather.

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4. Reunion Heritage House

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The Reunion Heritage House is reportedly one of the longest shophouses in George Town, spanning 260 feet and covering 2 entrances along Victoria Street.

This pre-war shophouse was refurbished in 2014 into 14 gorgeous suites, thrilling guests with its upbeat, quirky interiors and top-notch hospitality.

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5. Jawi Peranakan Mansion

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You’ve got to have high expectations for the mansion that sits along the street once known as the “Malay Millionaires Row” of George Town (Hutton Lane, namely).

Jawi Peranakan Mansion is sure not to disappoint, with its Mughal-inspired archectural gems, coloured glass screens and sparkling outdoor fountain features.

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6. White Mansion Hotel

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Clean lines and delicate features but not without a generous burst of colour – take one peek at the delightful rooms within the White Mansion Hotel and you won’t disagree.

A fun mix of modern and traditional design styles make this a must-try spot for all your holiday OOTDs on Instagram.

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7. Clove Hall Residence

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Elegant and simply beautiful at the same time, this peaceful Edwardian Anglo-Malay bungalow is the place to retreat in peace – curl up with a book and laze about on that lush outdoor patio or sneak in some selfies by the pool.

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8. Hotel Penaga Penang

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The double-storey terrace structure that originally was Hotel Penaga had seen better days by the time the current owners –an architect and an environmentalist—began developing it.

Today, it’s charming interiors add an instant charm to its surroundings in the corner of Jalan Hutton and Lebuh Clarke.

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9. Seven Terraces

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Traditional Chinese architecture is an unmistakeable characteristic of many heritage structures in Penang, and it’s likely what makes Sevan Terraces so famous.

Think massive courtyards, high ceilings and gold-painted details, it’s a trip down memory lane that’s both eye-opening and luxurious.

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10. The Edison George Town

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Quirky and contemporary is The Edison’s approach to its colonial heritage – any Instagrammer worth his or her salt wouldn’t miss a chance to snap some shots of the patterned, bright interiors of this gorgeous 35-room boutique hotel.

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