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, 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
€94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Westport in January
Estimated hotel price
€94
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 29 miles from Westport. The shortest domestic flight to Westport departs from Dublin and takes around 6h 05m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Westport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 29 miles from Westport. The shortest domestic flight to Westport departs from Dublin and takes around 6h 05m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Westport

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NOCKnock Intl
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Airlines serving Westport

Lufthansa
Good (7,156 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,363 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,030 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,964 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,810 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,567 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,130 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,923 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,120 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,173 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (18 reviews)
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Where to stay in Westport

Average rates range from around €141 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €198 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Westport

Most booked hotels in Westport

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Westport Coast Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€131+
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The Mariner, Westport
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€143+
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Castlecourt Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€157+
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Knockranny House Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€152+
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The Wyatt Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€126+
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Westport Woods Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
€129+
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Hiring a car in Westport

Hiring a car in Westport costs €33 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Knock Intl.

Expect to pay €1.68 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 €20.08 and €26.78. Compact (Dacia Jogger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Westport, while also 3% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Westport costs €33 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Knock Intl.

Expect to pay €1.68 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 €20.08 and €26.78. Compact (Dacia Jogger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Westport, while also 3% cheaper than other types, on average.

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