About Longmont, Colorado

Longmont is Colorado’s 13th most populous city located in Boulder County. It is situated at the foothills of Rocky Mountains and 37 miles from Denver. It derived its name from the explorer Stephen H. Long and the French word ”mont” meaning mountain. It is a destination for outdoor recreation with its rich nature mountain back draft and plenty of open space. Parks, cultural centers, golf courses and historic sites are also must visit places in Longmont. Public transportation is provided by Regional Transportation District local bus system, NextBus, SKYRIDE Bus System, the Longmonster, Call-n-Ride, taxi services and airport shuttles. The city is served by the Denver International Airport and Vance Brand Airport.

Boutique Hotels Longmont, Colorado

Niwot Inn- This Longmont luxury accommodation is located at 342, 2nd Avenue Niwot. It boasts of its Colorado themed interior of detailed woodwork and furniture of fine leather. Their 14 distinctively designed rooms are named after the famous “Colorado Fourteeners”. Each room features a unique interior design and furnished with cable TV, executive desk, 2 phone lines, high speed Internet access, sitting and reading rooms and a luxurious bath. Some rooms even have in-room fireplaces and jetted tubs. Continental breakfast and free parking comes with room accommodation. Rates range from $149.00 to $179.00 per night. This hotel is also an ideal venue for conferences and weddings. Its contact number is 303-652-8452.

Ellen’s Bed & Breakfast- This Longmont lodging is located at 700 Kimbark Street. It is only minutes away from downtown Boulder, Rocky Mountains National Park and Denver. It features furnishings of the hosts’ world-wide travel, a luxurious hot tub and delicious breakfast by the owner. All year round nightly rate is $95.00 with a minimum of 2 night stays on weekends. Its contact number is 303-776-1676.

SpringHill Suites- This all-suite hotel is located at 1470 Dry Creek Drive Longmont. It is nearby Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park and downtown Boulder. Biking and walking trails, sport fields, golf courses, spas and restaurants are just a few minutes away. This chic hotel provides complimentary buffet breakfast, high speed Internet access, business services, daily housekeeping, an onsite laundry and valet dry cleaning. It also has an indoor pool and fitness facilities. The 90 stylish suites have luxury bedding, equipped pantry with microwave, refrigerator and sink, cable TV, in-room movie and sitting area. The other room amenities are hair dryer, iron and board, clock radio, working desk with ergonomic chair, voice mail, data port and in-room coffee. Nightly rate averages at $159.95. Its contact number is 1-303-682-2894.

Famous Longmont Attractions

The Rocky Mountain National Park is a great destination for adventurers, romantic getaways, family bonding, nature watching and solitude seeking. Among the many ways to enjoy the park are strolling, hiking, horseback riding, mountain climbing, wildlife watching, hunting, mountain biking, fishing and rafting. The Park is open year round holding monthly special events. The Callahan House at 318 Terry Street is a Victorian home open for tours, picnics and garden walks. The Union Reservoir is an outdoor activity venue featuring picnic areas, camping sites, beach swimming and fishing sites. Other things to do here are dog training, wind surfing, boating and volleyball. The Sandstone Ranch, Roger’s Grove and Longmont Museum and Cultural Center are also some of the must see places in Longmont.