Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Los Altos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Los Altos

With a population of 28,976, Los Altos is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Los Altos has to offer.

Where to Eat in Los Altos

If you’re looking for affordable options, Estrellita Mexican Bistro & Cantina (971 N. San Antonio Road) and Barbayani Greek Taverna (388 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Los Altos

Los Altos in May
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in May
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Los Altos

Plane

When flying to Los Altos, you’ll arrive at Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Los Altos include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 52 km from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Los Altos, you’ll arrive at Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Los Altos include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 52 km from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Los Altos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Los Altos

KLM
Good (1,465 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,826 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,775 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,248 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,243 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,132 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,389 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,539 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,703 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,776 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,190 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (388 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,985 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Los Altos

Most booked hotels in Los Altos

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Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (9, 221 reviews)
$167+
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Creekside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1698 reviews)
$130+
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Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1241 reviews)
$207+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 352 reviews)
$159+
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The Domain Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1103 reviews)
$124+
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The Westin San Jose
4 stars
Excellent (8, 556 reviews)
$164+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $92 per day, on average, or $276 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Los Altos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $92 per day, on average, or $276 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Los Altos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

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