Loveland travel guide
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You're Going to Love Loveland
With a population of 66.859, Loveland is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Loveland deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Loveland
If you’re looking for affordable options, Bent Fork Grill - Loveland (5971 Sky Pond Drive Suite C-106) and Rock Bottom Brewery Restaurant - Centerra Promenade (6025 Sky Pond Drive) are great picks.
When to visit Loveland
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Loveland in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Loveland, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.
How to Get to Loveland
Plane
When flying to Loveland, you’ll arrive at Loveland Northern Colorado (FNL), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Loveland departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 03m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Loveland. The train journey from Loveland to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $78 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $83 for a 8h 34m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Loveland is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 74 km from Loveland. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Denver.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Loveland, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Gunnison, the bus ride to Loveland takes 459 km and will cost you around $40. From Albuquerque, the ticket costs about $103 for a journey of 885 km.
Airlines serving Loveland
Where to stay in Loveland
Average rates range from around $192 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $381 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Loveland and Quality Inn and Suites Loveland.
Where to stay in popular areas of Loveland
Most booked hotels in Loveland
Renting a car in Loveland
Renting a car in Loveland costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Denver Intl.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Loveland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Loveland is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.