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, jj o Malleys (Bridge St, Cahernamart) and JW's Brasserie (The Wyatt Hotel) are great picks.

When to visit Westport

Westport in January
Estimated hotel price
€122
1 night at 3-star hotel
Westport in January
Estimated hotel price
€122
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 11h 20m.

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 Thrifty, 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 11h 20m.

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 Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Westport

SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl
GWYGalway

Airlines serving Westport

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,529 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,014 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,492 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,457 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,903 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,193 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,371 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,045 reviews)
Discover Airlines
Good (29 reviews)
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Where to stay in Westport

Average rates range from around €115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €143 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
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€109+
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Westport Coast Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€81+
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Westport Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€130+
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The Wyatt Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€80+
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Knockranny House Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€115+
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Westport Woods Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
€108+
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Hiring a car in Westport

Expect to pay €1.71 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 €20.45 and €27.26. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Westport, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay €1.71 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 €20.45 and €27.26. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Westport, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.