The Loveland center point is around the area of Colorado Computer Museum and 1 mile northwest of Downtown Loveland.
The city is located in the Colorado Front Range region at the base of the foothills. Because of its location to one of the access routes to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park, Loveland receives a significant amount of pass-through traffic, especially in the summer months. Loveland is the home of the Valentine Re-Mailing Program. For many years people from across the world have sent their valentines to Loveland, Colorado, to be hand-stamped, and a specially designed postal cancellation.
With its semi-arid climate, Loveland has relatively dry skies year-round, along with four distinct seasons. In July and August, temperatures usually reach the mid- to upper 80s, and you'll find temperatures in the 40s in December and January. May tends to be the rainiest month, and during the winter months, Loveland gets about 50 inches of snow.
Though you'll find great hiking weather in the summer and fantastic skiing weather in the winter, you might want to plan your Loveland visit around the city's many festivals instead. In February the Loveland Fire & Ice Festival heats up the chilly city with an ice sculpting competition, fireworks, fire dancing, live music, and much more. In April the Lifetree Film Fest focuses on doing good through film, with dozens of film screenings and special events. In August the ARISE Music Festival entertains guests with seven stages of musical performances, workshops, an art gallery, and theme camps.
Saving on already low room rates is easy with additional discounts in Loveland. For instance, AAA members save 5 to 10 percent on room rates at Americas Best Value Inn & Suites - Fort Collins East / I-25a and the Hampton Inn Loveland.
AARP members and senior travelers save about 10 percent on standard room rates at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Collins/Loveland. Government employees and military members get guaranteed special rates at the Travelodge Loveland/Fort Collins Area and the Comfort Inn Loveland.
Loveland is home to countless mid-range hotels. If you're looking for a comfortable stay with all the amenities you need, consider one of these best value options.
A short drive from the Budweiser Events Center and downtown Loveland, the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Collins/Loveland is a smart mid-range option in suburban Loveland. Rooms include conveniences such as refrigerators and microwaves for snacks and quick meals, as well as workspaces and free Wi-Fi so you can catch up on emails and work projects. Have a complimentary buffet breakfast in the morning, and enjoy a leisurely swim in the indoor pool or a soak in the spa tub before starting a day of sightseeing or festival-going.
Just a mile and a half from the city center, Comfort Inn Loveland is convenient to downtown attractions as well as outdoor adventures beyond the city limits. Stay in one of the 62 guestrooms and enjoy amenities like refrigerators and microwaves, as well as free Wi-Fi and deep soaking bathtubs. Start your day with a workout in the fitness center or a swim in the pool, and fuel up with a complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast.
If you're looking for a little extra space, stretch out at the Candlewood Suites Loveland, which has 63 large suites with kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves. Squeeze in a workout in the fitness center before heading out to explore the best of Loveland.
With outdoor adventure, natural beauty, and craft beer around every corner, there's never a shortage of things to do in Loveland. Explore the great outdoors with a trip to the Bobcat Ridge Natural Area, where you can enjoy a relatively easy hike alongside wildflowers and red stone ridges. For a more challenging hike, head to Devil's Backbone Nature Trail, which features both long and short hikes with stunning vistas of the Loveland area. For swimming, boating, and walking paths, head to Boyd Lake State Park on the northeast side of the city.
The Sweetheart City is home to a booming public art scene, and you'll see some of the best examples in Benson Park Sculpture Garden. With a wide variety of sculptures and peaceful walking trails, this is the ideal place to spend a few quiet hours in Loveland. For a taste of the city's art and history, head indoors to the Loveland Museum and Gallery, which has both permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Dive into Loveland's craft beer scene with a visit to Verboten Brewing, Loveland Aleworks, or Grimm Brothers Brewhouse, all near the downtown area. Try a taste of the city's craft liquor scene at Dancing Pines Distillery, which offers facility tours and tastings.
No matter what kind of adventure you're seeking, you'll find it in Loveland. Start planning your visit to the Sweetheart City today.
Below are reviews of the city of Loveland, CO from an actual visitor's perspective.
Rocky mts
It was good wasn't crowed this time of year in October
Loveland is great, the hotel is good. Fine dining.
Beautiful area and great hospital.
Close to Estes and Breckenridge; love all of the hearts around town. Nice people.
It was OK I'd come back
The city is lovely and it's a nice drive to Rocky Mountains.
Close to park and restaurants.
The Ranch Event Center
I like Loveland, I lived here quite a number of years ago when I moved back home to Nevada to care for a family member. I recently lived in Windsor, prefer Loveland.
Nice
We're from Denver so we like to go to Loveland to go check out the lake and hang around town and eat and relax get away from the city life
Loveland was very enjoyable, quaint and charming. I would definitely come back. My friend and I found a really unusual coffee, brunch, lunch cafe in downtown Loveland. Decorated Victorian style. Food, drink and SERVICE was really good. Name: Feel Love Coffee
Great location
Stayed for almost a week, many things to do within a reasonable driving distance. Hiking, shopping, white water rafting. Even drove into Denver for a baseball game and a concert.
It has great restaurants and the hotel is located at the tail end of the main street so very walkable.
Lots to do, good places to eat. Loved Henry's Grill!!
Loveland was central to the places we visited and all restaurants were great!
Loveland is a great city to stay at before and after exploring the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, especially if you're coming in from the east or Northeast. It's small enough to be easy to get around and big enough to have anything you might need. We found breakfast at a First Watch that was only a short drive away and Loveland definitely is where we'll launch any other adventures in the Colorado Rockies.
Mountain View!
Loveland is great. Good food choices and Buc-ee's is close by. Perfect!
We were there for a jr high/high school rodeo. Great location for this function.
The drive to Estes Park is amazing.
Love the shopping and all the restaurants!
Located so that you can walk to businesses.
Easy access off interstate.
Plenty of good restaurants nearby and a view of the mountains!
Great!
Was a fairly clean city with lots of things to see and do.
The hotel was reasonable and fun. We love Scheels. We drove to Estes Park and hiked a couple of trails. It was a lovely time.
Lots of stuff to do.
The Human Bean! Best coffee I have had anywhere!
It was easy to find the hotel from hospital.
It was easy to find the hotel from the hospital.
Very pretty place.
Good shopping and eateries close to the hotel!
Very nice.
Loveland offered a sense of peace and friendliness.
Nice little town with lots of good food options and hikes to enjoy!
Lots of places to eat nearby!
Did not see much of Loveland…we went to wedding in Estes Park.
Nice city. Plenty of shopping areas.
Our room was very clean and the beds are extremely comfortable. The front desk attendant was very kind
Attractive town with many restaurant options.
We like the whole city. We like the hotel because it is at the base of Thompson Canyon.
Beautiful view and friendly staff.
The staff were very friendly and helpful the hotel was very nice and clean and the beds very comfortable Lots of restaurants and shopping.
Small town feel and family oriented.
The shopping!
Shopping!
All very good. Clean Quiet and Comfortable.
Very modern and clean! 😎👏
Very modern and clean! 😎👏
Loveland is very cute!
Loveland is very cute.
Dining is great!
The sculpture gardens!
Dinner at Black Steer Restaurant. Best Steak Dinner I think in all 63 years of my life!
It was more than I thought there would be to see and it was very comfortable and easy to get around.
The mountain view and close proximity to Estes and other places.
The mountain view and close proximity to Estes and other places.
Quaint with a cool city block.
. Pretty, clean and lots to do. Also easy access to Denver and Fort Collins.
I have family in Love land, so that is the reason I go. However, it has a quaint old town, a cool sculpture park, lots of options at Center for shopping/dining, it is safe, and they have great fireworks over the lake on the 4th of July.