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The Lin Mansion Hotel on Gulangyu Island was once the residence of the Lin family from Banqiao, Taiwan, carrying the nostalgia and glory of overseas Chinese from Southeast Asia. The designers followed the principle of "restoring the old as it was," preserving historical elements such as the original floral tile floors, wooden staircases, and colored glass windows, while cleverly incorporating modern facilities. Each room in the mansion has its unique layout and character. Though the basic room types aren't spacious, they perfectly integrate four-poster beds, leisure areas, and modern bathrooms through clever spatial design. The room furnishings demonstrate thoughtful design throughout: high-quality linen fabrics for bedding, German bathroom fixtures, and local Gulangyu pastries and oolong tea in the minibar. Most impressive is the preservation of historical details—some rooms feature wardrobes that are original antiques from the building. The restaurant serves exquisite cuisine that blends traditional Minnan elements with innovative touches. During breakfast hours, authentic local snacks like Satay Noodles and Mian Xian Hu (vermicelli soup) are made to order. For lunch and dinner, you can enjoy signature dishes such as "Lin Mansion's Secret Braised Pork" and "Gulangyu Seafood Pot," which are said to be recipes passed down from the Lin family's original chefs. The Lin Mansion's facilities excel in quality and uniqueness rather than quantity. The "Listening to Waves SPA" located in the basement of the building is an excellent place to relax. Therapists combine Chinese meridian theory with Balinese techniques, with a special recommendation for the "Minnan Herbal Hot Stone Massage," which uses local herbal packs and warm basalt stones to effectively relieve travel fatigue. The Lin Mansion enjoys a prime location in the "heart" of Gulangyu Island. From here, a 5-minute walk will take you to two major attractions on the island: heading north through Bishan Tunnel leads to the bustling Longtou Road commercial district, while heading south along Lujiao Road shortly brings you to the famous Haitian Tang architectural complex.