Clayton Hotel Silver Springs  

On the River Lee’s edge, about 3 km from Cork city centre and a short drive from Cork Opera House and the English Market. Set on private landscaped grounds, this 4-star, family-friendly hotel is non-smoking and offers complimentary on-site parking.

Bright, contemporary rooms with modern décor, fluffy duvets and hypoallergenic pillows. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and some offer river or garden views. Spacious family and interconnecting options are available. The property is Green Tourism accredited and sits among terraces and gardens.

Enjoy a 25m swimming pool on the grounds (access for a reduced fee), a fitness centre, sauna and massage room. There’s a playground and indoor playroom for kids, picnic and barbecue areas, and a relaxed bar/lounge. Wake up to riverside mornings or stretch out in the landscaped gardens.

A large conference centre with eight meeting rooms and about 2,339 m² of event space. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, a computer station, express check-in/out and free self-parking make events and work trips easy.

The Gallery restaurant serves lunch and dinner in a relaxed setting, with a bar offering an extensive drinks menu and afternoon tea. Full breakfasts are available for a fee (weekdays and later starts at weekends), plus 24-hour room service and a café on site to grab a coffee or local flavours.