Los Altos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Los Altos

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Downtown Los Altos

While Downtown Los Altos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Los Altos History Museum and San Andreas Fault Trail.

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North Los Altos

If you're spending some time in North Los Altos, Los Altos History Museum and San Andreas Fault Trail are top sights worth seeing.

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South Los Altos

Though South Los Altos may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rancho San Antonio Preserve and Labyrinth 1.

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Los Altos Hills

Travellers enjoy Los Altos Hills for its mountain views and parks. Consider checking out Foothills Park while you're in the area.

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Woodland Acres - The Highlands

Though Woodland Acres - The Highlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rancho San Antonio Preserve and Blackberry Farm Golf Course.

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
The price is NZ$256 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
NZ$256
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

4 out of 5
600 Airport Boulevard Burlingame CA
The price is NZ$207 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
NZ$207
28 Nov - 29 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,257 reviews)
"Room was superficially upgraded - bathrooms are where it shows the old. Nothing over the top. Clean good rest"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd Burlingame CA
The price is NZ$215 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$215
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Mays Luxury Farm Stays

3 out of 5
295 SNOW CREST RD. Los Gatos CA
Stay at this cabin in Los Gatos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Castle Rock State Park and Castle Rock Falls are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (40 reviews)
"Equipped with all of amenities listed. No hot water in shower, tub or sink. Bedding and sheets were clean/comfortable. Would be helpful if fire pit instructions were made available. Parking instructions should be revised and updated. There is nowhere to swim (should be modified in listing), but beautiful ..."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Mays Luxury Farm Stays
Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

4 out of 5
550 Oak Grove Ave Menlo Park CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Menlo Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre and Allied Arts Guild are ...
Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

4 out of 5
77 N Almaden Ave San Jose CA
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose ...
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
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Stay near popular Los Altos attractions

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San Andreas Fault Trail

7.6/10 (5 reviews)
You can take time to visit San Andreas Fault Trail during your travels to Los Altos. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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