Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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.

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 August
Estimated hotel price
$297
1 night at 3-star hotel
Los Altos in August
Estimated hotel price
$297
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 centre. The shortest flight to Los Altos from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Los Altos is to pick up a car hire from San Francisco, which is about 31 miles from Los Altos. You’ll find branches of Fox and Europcar, 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 centre. The shortest flight to Los Altos from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

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

Airports near Los Altos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Los Altos

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,596 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,664 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,225 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,664 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Los Altos

Most booked hotels in Los Altos

Maple Tree Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$177+
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Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$326+
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Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$373+
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The Westin Palo Alto
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$575+
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Hilton Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$217+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$217+
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Hiring a car in Los Altos

Expect to pay $2.15 per litre in Los Altos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.80 and $34.40. The most frequently booked car type in Los Altos is Luxury (BMW 4 Series Coupé or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is, on average, 29% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.15 per litre in Los Altos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.80 and $34.40. The most frequently booked car type in Los Altos is Luxury (BMW 4 Series Coupé or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is, on average, 29% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.