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 July
Estimated hotel price
$203
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in July
Estimated hotel price
$203
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 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Los Altos include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 31 miles from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Los Altos, you’ll arrive at Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Los Altos include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Los Altos departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 31 miles from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Los Altos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Los Altos

Lufthansa
Good (8,116 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,095 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,437 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,620 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,940 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,868 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,209 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,308 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,317 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 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 (9.1, 216 reviews)
$145+
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Enchante Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 124 reviews)
$320+
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Maple Tree Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1918 reviews)
$95+
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Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1250 reviews)
$180+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 351 reviews)
$155+
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Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 874 reviews)
$142+
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Renting a car in Los Altos

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Los Altos costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Los Altos.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Los Altos, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

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