Cork, built alongside the River Lee, is Ireland's second city and has been long celebrated in song and story down through the generations. You will find the Fitzpatrick Silver Springs Hotel overlooking the river just outside Cork. This 4 star hotel stands within its own carefully landscaped grounds. It offers over 100 suites and bedrooms, each with bathroom, TV/CNN and direct dial phone. Enjoy traditional cuisine at Truffles Restaurant, which is personally supervised by the Executive Chef and Maitre d'Hotel, or a meal at the Waterfront Grill. For a convivial drink drop into the Cocktail Bar, or Thady Quill's. The popular Activity Centre offers fitness enthusiasts a 25 metre pool, jacuzzi, aerobics, gym and steam room. There are squash courts, an indoor and outdoor tennis court and a 9-hole golf course.