San Javier

Medellin

Comuna 13, Medellín. Less than twenty years ago this area was one of the most dangerous districts in one of the most dangerous cities in the world. 

Today, it's one of the hippest neighbourhoods in town. 

We've only been in Medellín for a few days so far, but it's quickly becoming one of our favourite cities of the trip.

#LatinAmerica #Colombia #Medellin
Comuna 13, Medellín. Less than twenty years ago this area was one of the most dangerous districts in one of the most dangerous cities in the world. 

Today, it's one of the hippest neighbourhoods in town. 

We've only been in Medellín for a few days so far, but it's quickly becoming one of our favourite cities of the trip.

#LatinAmerica #Colombia #Medellin
Medellín was once titled the most innovative #urbanjungle in the world because of the ways it looked to improve quality of life for its inhabitants. This is one of them. For many, getting home meant walking up hundreds of flights of stairs. Medellin thus installed public escalators for people in this Comuna to be able to get home  easier
View from Conmuna 13, used to be the most dangerous place in Medellin
Once the most dangerous neighborhood in the world's most dangerous city, Comuna 13 in San Javier, rises #aboveitall to welcome visitors through its colorful streets. Boasting public escalators and some outstanding street art this revitalized neighborhood is a must. I highly recommend taking one of the graffiti tours for an insider's perspective.

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San Javier Hotel Deals

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

3.5 out of 5
# 37-40 Calle 9A Medellín
The price is ₩111,766 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩111,766
per night
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lleras Park and Poblado Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (460 reviews)
great

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo
Heiss Hotel By Jalo

Heiss Hotel By Jalo

4 out of 5
1460 Cra. 43F Medellín Antioquia
The price is ₩86,338 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
₩86,338
per night
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Poblado Park and Lleras Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,183 reviews)
All of the above then some, will definitely be staying again

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Heiss Hotel By Jalo
Hotel Dorado La 70

Hotel Dorado La 70

4 out of 5
Carrera 70 No 44 B-66 Medellín
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,839 reviews)
Clean, great area

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Hotel Dorado La 70
Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

4 out of 5
Carrera 41 # 10 - 37 Medellín Medellín
The price is ₩141,531 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
₩141,531
per night
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,730 reviews)
Excelente todo. Bien Ubicado cerca de todo.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo
NH Collection Medellín Royal

NH Collection Medellín Royal

5 out of 5
Carrera 42 No 5 Sur 130 Medellín Antioquia
Fully refundable
The price is ₩166,963 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
₩166,963
per night
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Stayed 4 nights. Great location next to Santa fe mall and other shopping centers. Quiet and upscale area. Nice swimming pool. Highly recommend their breakfast with many options. Staff very professional and accommodating. Will stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

NH Collection Medellín Royal
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin

The Click Clack Hotel Medellin

5 out of 5
Calle 10B # 37-29 Medellín Antioquia
The price is ₩352,652 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩352,652
per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,095 reviews)
The room was immaculate with everything we needed. The room is so cool! I can’t believe how different this hotel is from any other place we stayed. The staff is incredible and does everything to make you comfortable and at home!

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
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Other neighborhoods around San Javier

Medellín, Antioquia / Colombia August 07, 2017. La Commune No. 13 San Javier is one of the 16 communes of the city of Medellín, Colombia. It is located west of the Western Central Zone of the city

La América

While you're in La América, take in top sights like Miguel Angel Builes Ethnographic Museum and jump on the metro at Santa Lucia Station to see more of the city.

La América
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Estadio

4/5(1 area review)

Travelers like the restaurants in Estadio, and Obelisco Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Estadio
Jesus Nazareno Church In Medellin, Colombia; Shutterstock ID 357037127

Laureles

4.5/5(176 area reviews)

Laureles is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Unicentro Shopping Center and Belén Andrés Escobar Sports Complex while in the area.

Laureles
Foto aérea del cerro Nutibara, icono natural de la ciudad de Medellín. Al fondo el occidente de Medellín, comuna de Laureles y Estadio.

Laureles - Estadio

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

While you're in Laureles - Estadio, take in top sights like Atanasio Giradot Stadium or Unicentro Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Estadio Station or Suramericana Station.

Laureles - Estadio
Aerial view of a popular district on a hill of Medellin, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia.

Belen

While Belen isn't home to many top sights, Centro Comercial Los Molinos and Unicentro Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Belen
Luis Angel Arango Library featuring modern architecture and an administrative buidling as well as a small group of people

La Candelaria

3/5(44 area reviews)

You might enjoy the shopping while in La Candelaria. Antioquia Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Parque Berrio Station or Prado Station to see more of the city.

La Candelaria


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