About Longmont, Colorado

This Colorado city derives its name from Longs Peak Mountain and the French word “mont” for mountain. It is located in Boulder county and 37 miles from Denver. This city was named one of the Top 100 best places to live in the United States twice. This is so as Longmont has low crime rate, quality schools, good jobs, reasonably priced homes and lots of open space. It was also named as an “All-America City” in 2006.

Longmont is home to technology, software-related and other notable companies providing most of the jobs for the residents. The government provides programs on environmental sustainability such as Green Building, Energy Efficiency and Environmental Education. The city is rich of parks, greenways, rivers and breathtaking Rocky Mountains view. Recreational activities for all ages are abundant with the city’s abundant venue for leisure.

Several Longmont Inns

Thompson House Inn- This Longmont lodging is at 537 Terry Street. It is situated near downtown, historic sites, two parks and dining venues. The inn offers 5 unique room types to choose from. Each has private bath, distinctive motif, TV, VCR, phone and computer connection. These 5 rooms are named as the Foxy’s Den, Frederick’s Library, Royal Room, Kitty’s Korner and Mumsey’s Mini. The Foxy’s Den is in deep burgundy and forest green hues with a black marble fireplace and antique king size bed. The room is priced at $129.00 a night. Large bookcases, a study area, an antique coal heater and a queen bed are featured in Frederick’s Library for $119.00. The Royal Room has a theme of flower and butterfly garden for $119.00 nightly rate. A $129.00, romantic pale pink room with an elegant stained window and stunning fireplace describe Kitty’s Korner. Mumsey’s Mini resembles grandma’s room with white iron bed, rocking chair, patchwork quilts and antique photographs. It is priced at $109.00 per night. A tea room and boutique is available at this inn. This Longmont accommodation can be called at 303-651-1121.

Holiday Inn Express- This inn is located at 1355 Dry Creek Drive Longmont minutes away from downtown Boulder, Boulder County Fairgrounds, Lioncrest Manor and University of Colorado. The amenities include an indoor pool with slides, fitness facilities, complimentary parking, accessible rooms, housekeeping and laundry services, a business center and high speed Internet access. Pets are accepted for a fee of $30.00. Guest room features are cable TV, pay-per-view movies, mini refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee maker, iron and board, hair dryer, workspace, 2 phones with free local calls, private bath, complimentary breakfast and free newspaper. This Longmont discount inn has rates ranging from $133.00 to $142.00 for advanced booking. Advance purchase has a much lower rate of $119.00 to $127.00. Its contact number is 303-6840-404.

Quality Inn- The inn is ideally situated near Twin Peaks Mall, Barr Lake State Park and Adams Country Regional Park & Fairgrounds. It is located at 10811 W I-25 Frontage Road, Longmont. Other nearby attractions includes the Rocky Mountain National Park, Trail Ridge, Downtown Aquarium and Elitch Gardens. Restaurants serving Colorado cuisine are also accessible to the inn. Its facilities are indoor heated pool, hot tub and business conveniences. Its complimentary offers are weekday newspapers, coffee, continental breakfast, local calls and wireless Internet. All 50 rooms have cable TV, air-conditioning, coffee maker, iron and board and hair dryer. This Longmont budget inn has rates ranging from $79.99 to $99.99.

Some Attractions to See in Longmont

Among the notable places to visit in Longmont are the Longmont Museum & Cultural Center in 400 Quail Road, Sandstone Ranch Park in E Ken Pratt Blvd., Callahan House in 312 Terry St. and Roger’s Grove in 220 Hover Road. The Longmont Recreation Center in 301 Quail Road offers a one-stop destination for fitness activities, classroom or party venues, lap pool, leisure swimming, saunas and spa and a coffee shop. The center requires no membership and is even open to non-Longmont residents. The Longmont Recreation Services provide different all year-round programs for different age level groups.