Westport is a beautiful riverside town looking out over Clew Bay - an Atlantic inlet filled with islands. The majestic Croagh Patrick mountain forms a dramatic backdrop for Westport which, unusually in Ireland, was a planned town, built in the 18th Century. Among its attractions are a tree-lined boulevard stretching out alongside the River Carrowbeg, complete with imposing Georgian buildings. Westport combines the charm of traditional pubs, shops and festivals with contemporary amenities including conference halls, fully equipped leisure centres, gourmet restaurants and art galleries. It's family- friendly, too, being close to a chain of sandy beaches fringing Clew Bay. Also popular is the children's animal park at Westport House, a fine country mansion now open to the public. The most historic landmark, however, is the 2,500-foot Croagh Patrick, a place of pilgrimage, where Ireland's patron saint, St Patrick, allegedly fasted for forty days back in 441 AD. Other fascinating attractions include the Westport Linen Mill and Museum, the Westport Heritage Centre and the Clew Bay Heritage Centre, at the harbour. Unsurprisingly, Westport offers great opportunities for boating, yachting and sea and freshwater fishing. Many outdoor activities are enjoyed around these parts, from hiking, cycling and climbing to golfing, riding and clay pigeon shooting.
Places to Stay near Westport
Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant (184.64 miles)
A destination for all seasons
Situated adjacent to Bowmore harbour, our small family run hotel offers superb accommodation, high quality award winning food and excellent service. As a base for touring Islay, described by the Lord ... More | visit website
The Ugadale Cottages (187.04 miles)
Portpatrick Hotel (189.38 miles)
We are blessed with having some beautiful ... More | visit website
Dunskey Guest House (189.59 miles)
Fernhill Hotel (189.59 miles)
With breath taking views over the village and harbour of the picturesque village of Portpatrick, Fernhill Hotel is the best place in the area to relax and enjoy the fantastic views, play the superb golf ... More | visit website
Ballygrant Inn & Restaurant (190.71 miles)
A family run Inn with a friendly Scottish welcome, excellent food, great selection of malt whiskies, beers and ales, David and Ruby Graham welcome you to ... More
Craigard House Hotel (190.74 miles)
Welcome to the Mull of Kintyre. Join us in this lovely old house, turned friendly and informal bijou hotel. Take the time to really relax and chill out in one of our cosy rooms, most ... More | visit website
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel (192.25 miles)
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel invests the charm and romance of an 1815 functioning lighthouse with the comforts of a small, very unique, luxury hotel and restaurant.
The Lighthouse is a listed 'A' building of major national importance. ... More | visit website
The Swan Inn (193.94 miles)
Marine House Hotel (193.98 miles)
Jim & Fiona Wood welcome you to the Marine House Hotel website. Our well furnished and decorated hotel is in the town of Stranraer, in the southwest of Scotland. We ... More
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