Richard the Lionheart, also known as Richard I of England, was a renowned medieval king who ruled from 1189 to 1199. Famous for his military prowess and leadership during the Third Crusade, Richard earned his nickname for his bravery in battle.
Despite spending much of his reign abroad, particularly in the Holy Land, he was admired for his chivalric ideals and warrior spirit. His legacy as a courageous and skilled leader endures in both history and legend.
Richard Coeur de Lion Suite
The Lionheart Suite features a large, four-poster bed and an ensuite bathroom with two sinks and a shower. A beautiful pressed ceiling rounds off the look of the suite.
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- One queen poster bed
- En-suite bathroom
- Storage space (cupboard/dresser)
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