Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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.

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Where to Eat in Westport

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Castlecourt Hotel - May's Bistro, Petie Joe's Bar & The Terrace (Castlecourt Hotel Castlebar Street) and JW's Brasserie (The Wyatt Hotel) are great picks.

When to visit Westport

Westport in September
Estimated hotel price
€93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Westport in September
Estimated hotel price
€93
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. The shortest domestic flight to Westport departs from Dublin and takes around 2h 45m.

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 Europcar, 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. The shortest domestic flight to Westport departs from Dublin and takes around 2h 45m.

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 Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Westport

SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl
GWYGalway

Airlines serving Westport

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
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Where to stay in Westport

Average rates range from around €142 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €209 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Westport

Most booked hotels in Westport

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Castlecourt Hotel, Spa & Leisure
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€159+
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Westport Coast Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€149+
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The Mariner, Westport
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€144+
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Knockranny House Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€156+
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The Wyatt Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€125+
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Westport Woods Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
€128+
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Hiring a car in Westport

Hiring a car in Westport costs €112 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 74% more expensive than at Knock Intl.

Expect to pay €1.66 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 €19.91 and €26.55.

Hiring a car in Westport costs €112 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 74% more expensive than at Knock Intl.

Expect to pay €1.66 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 €19.91 and €26.55.

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