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
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.
Colourful houses

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San Javier Hotel Deals

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

4 out of 5
# 37-40 Calle 9A Medellín
The price is NT$2,284 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
NT$2,284
NT$2,284 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
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! (589 reviews)
My wife and I stayed at the hotel for a week. We arrived around 1:30am and the gentleman at the front desk welcomed us. He was very professional and the check in process was easy. The hotel looked amazing, the staff there were so helpful. They were very attentive to our needs. Plenty of entertainment ...

Reviewed on 2026/3/15

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 NT$2,155 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
NT$2,155
NT$2,155 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Poblado Park and Lleras Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,280 reviews)
Great location, close to everything and staff is friendly

Reviewed on 2026/3/16

Heiss Hotel By Jalo
Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

4 out of 5
Carrera 41 # 10 - 37 Medellín Medellín
The price is NT$2,588 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
NT$2,588
NT$2,588 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,784 reviews)
Great location, felt safe. Staff is amazing, room was very clean! Don’t expect a huge room (it’s the norm in the area), not a lot of hangers or space to store clothes but it didn’t bother us. Visit the rooftop restaurant for amazing views.

Reviewed on 2026/3/16

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo
Hotel Dorado La 70

Hotel Dorado La 70

4 out of 5
Carrera 70 No 44 B-66 Medellín
The price is NT$2,142 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
NT$2,142
NT$2,142 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
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! (1,859 reviews)
Deberian de tener plancha. Todo muy limpio y ordenado. Muy bonito y ascesible. Ubicacion excelente para pasarla bien. Que mal que de la habitacion se ne desapareciera un cargador de mi apple watch, Y a mi hermana un perfume. Muy lamentable.😢

Reviewed on 2026/3/11

Hotel Dorado La 70
NH Collection Medellín Royal

NH Collection Medellín Royal

5 out of 5
Carrera 42 No 5 Sur 130 Medellín Antioquia
The price is NT$3,514 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
NT$3,514
NT$3,514 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
El hotel es muy lindo, algo obscuro en general, tiene muy buena ubicación

Reviewed on 2026/3/15

NH Collection Medellín Royal
Landmark Hotel

Landmark Hotel

4 out of 5
43D 85 Calle 14 Medellín
The price is NT$3,995 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
NT$3,995
NT$3,995 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Poblado Park and Lleras Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (292 reviews)
The staff was extraordinary and always had smiles on their faces!

Reviewed on 2026/3/16

Landmark Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around San Javier

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
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Florida Nueva

Even though there aren't top sights in Florida Nueva, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Atanasio Giradot Stadium. Jump on the metro at Estadio Station to see more of the city.

Florida Nueva
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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Guayabal

While visiting Guayabal, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Fe Zoological Park and Juan Pablo II Airpark.

Guayabal


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