Westport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Westport

With a population of 6,200, Westport is a must-see destination in Mayo, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Westport to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Westport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Coveys Gastrobar at The Westport Plaza Hotel (Castlebar Street Carrowbeg) and The Orchard Restaurant at The Castlecourt Hotel (Castlecourt Hotel Castlebar Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Tavern Bar & Restaurant (Murrisk) and The Mariner Bar (Mill Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Westport.

When to visit Westport

Westport in January
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel
Westport in January
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Westport

Plane

Although Westport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 47 km from Westport.

Car

Another option to get to Westport is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 221 km from Westport. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Sixt, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Westport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 47 km from Westport.

Car

Another option to get to Westport is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 221 km from Westport. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Sixt, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Westport

Airlines serving Westport

Lufthansa
Good (7,246 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,794 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,135 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,597 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,989 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,584 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,605 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,720 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,140 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,386 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,934 reviews)
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Where to stay in Westport

Average rates range from around $249 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $352 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Westport

Most booked hotels in Westport

The Wyatt Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$191+
Castlecourt Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$245+
Westport Coast Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$152+
Knockranny House Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$233+
Westport Woods Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$182+

Hiring a car in Westport

Expect to pay $3.19 per litre in Westport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.24 and $50.99. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Westport, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.19 per litre in Westport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.24 and $50.99. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Westport, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.