Westport

Westport Accommodation

Nominated the Best Place to Live in Ireland, Westport is also one of the best places to visit. Renowned for its friendliness, civic pride, and scenic surroundings, Westport is the ideal location to base yourself for a tour of Ireland's north-west, whether you prefer to stay in a Westport hotel, a guesthouse, a B&B; or self catering. To book accommodation in Westport now, just select your details in the search box on the left and hit 'VIEW PRICES'

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Westport Information

Westport is a beautiful heritage overlooking the spectacular Clew Bay, a superb expanse of island-dotted sea framed by mountain ranges. This is a unique town in that it was designed to the plan of James Wyatt, the well-known architect of the Georgian period. Walk through the town and you'll see The Mall, with its lime trees lining both sides of the Carrowbeg River - a charming thoroughfare.

The Westport neighbourhood was the setting of many novels by George A. Bermingham (Canon Hannay), who was once Church of Ireland rector here.

There is so much to do and see when you visit Westport! The town is well known as a sea fishing centre and its annual festival attracts many visitors. There is bathing at many nearby beaches and a championship golf course (18). One mile (2 km) from the town is West port House, home of the Marquess of Sligo. It is a fine Georgian mansion designed by Richard Castle with additions by James Wyatt, and the contents include English and Irish pictures, silver, Waterford glass, and exhibits of historical interest. The house is open from mid-May to mid-September. In the woods is a late English style church with a beautiful interior.

Three miles (5 km) north of Westport is the sailing centre at Glenans, Rosmoney. The Clew Bay Heritage Centre depicts the maritime history of the area and local history and traditions. It also provides a genealogical service.

While in the area, you'd do well to climb Croagh Patrick and admire the stunning views of Clew Bay. The mountain is just 8km from Westport.