The charming town of Westport ( Cathair na Mart ) a busy
bustling town (population 4500), named Ireland's
Tidiest Large Town 2003 and has just been nominated the Best-Kept Town on the island of Ireland, is designated as a Heritage
Town and is attractively located near the sea with Croagh Patrick
as an impressive backdrop.It is one of the few planned towns in the country and was
designed in the 1700's by James Wyatt. Amongst its many outstanding features are the
elegant tree-lined streets along the river known as The Mall, bustling Bridge Street, the
main shopping area with colourful shop and pub fronts.
Westport attracts visitors of every age and nationality and they love what they find - a unique blend of old and new, living memories of a bygone era mingling happily with the lively, busy town of today.
Ten minutes walk from the town centre is the Quay area. The area recently has been sympathetically renovated and developed. the old warehouses have become apartments, a hotel and shops and the entire area vibrates with new life and energy.There is a selection of award winning restaurants and pubs there.
Aodhnait Bed and Breakfast is situated
15 mins walk from the Quay area so you can stay in the peacefulness of
the country yet be close enough to enjoy the vibrant life of Westport.