Dangerous neighborhoods to avoid in Ciudad Juarez and those to favor

Are you worried about your next visit to Ciudad Juarez and want to find out about the most dangerous neighborhoods to absolutely avoid?

Indeed, Juárez, just across the border from El Paso , is plagued by numerous acts of violence linked to drug cartels and organized crime. Tourists are therefore advised against visiting this city.

But if you have no choice, it is essential to be well informed about the most dangerous neighborhoods in order to be able to avoid them and thus limit the risks. But it is also necessary to keep in mind that the city as a whole presents significant risks regardless of the neighborhood.

In this article I will indicate the most dangerous areas of Ciudad Juarez but also the best places to stay.

How dangerous is Ciudad Juarez?

With a homicide rate of 103,6 per 100000 inhabitants, Ciudad Juárez is the 10th most dangerous city in the world (source statista.com ).

In comparison, it is even more criminal than Caracas , Johannesburg or San Pedro Sula.

In fact, Juarez is a strategic point for drug trafficking and organized crime. The cartels are very active there and regularly clash. In addition, the city holds the sad record for the murder of women, which has earned it the nickname "world capital of femicide."

Moreover, the French authorities strongly advise tourists against going to Ciudad Juárez and throughout the state of Chihuahua (see France Diplomatie ).

The risks for tourists are high, including assault, kidnapping and extortion, as well as being collateral victims of gang clashes or common law crime.

The most dangerous neighborhoods in Ciudad Juarez

Unfortunately, Juarez has a majority of neighborhoods where crime is rampant. Among the areas most at risk, we can mention the most dangerous neighborhoods in Ciudad Juarez which are:

Downtown and Northwest Area

Neighborhoods of Zona Norte (the most dangerous in Juarez), Bella Vista, Luis Echeverría, Felipe Ángeles, Puerto La Paz, Adolfo López Mateos, Anáhuac, Aztecas, Rancho Palo Chino, Carlos Amaya, Linda Vista, Galeana and Plutarco Elías Calles.
General hospital area and all around.

South-Eastern Zone

Neighborhoods of Praderas de los Oasis, Nuevo Hipódromo, Zaragoza and Juárez Nuevo.

Other hazardous areas

Margaritas
Infonavit Casas Grandes
Riberas del Bravo
Chaveña

Other neighborhoods to avoid

Overall, visitors should avoid outlying neighborhoods and areas far from the city center, areas bordering the United States, and the following other neighborhoods: Aztecas, Felipe Angeles, Pánfilo Nájera, Parajes del Sol, Hidalgo, Parajes del Sur, Hacienda de las Torres, Toribio Ortega, Portal del Roble, Urbi Villa del Prado, Campestrere Viryes, Tierra Nueva, El Papalote, Sierra Vista, Parajes de Oriente, and Parajes de San Jose.

It is strongly recommended not to go to these areas. If you absolutely must go there, do so in a group, with a local guide and with extreme caution.

The 5 safest neighborhoods in Ciudad Juarez

The security situation in Ciudad Juárez remains generally concerning, with high crime rates throughout the city. Even the safest neighborhoods are not immune to violence, and caution is advised throughout the city.

Less poor areas of the city tend to take extra security measures, and shopping malls are considered safer places during the day.

That said, here are the least dangerous areas and neighborhoods in Ciudad Juarez:

Neighborhood The towers is the most prestigious in Juárez, distinguished by its large villas and residential complexes. Although this does not guarantee security, more affluent neighborhoods tend to benefit from better surveillance.
Country : Known for its exclusivity, it offers luxury residences and private security.
Countryside s Eli s eos (outside hospital area): Known for its high added value and private security systems.
Rincones of San Marcos : Appreciated for its tranquility and quality of life, with easy access to services and green spaces.
PRONAF Zone : One of the most modern and safest areas, with luxury hotels and tourist attractions.

Where to stay in Juarez?

Ciudad Juarez is not a safe tourist destination. However, if you absolutely must go there, here are some recommendations to limit the risks:

Choose a secure residential area: Opt for private residential areas with 24-hour surveillance.
Stay near the US Consulate: There are several accommodations advertised as safe near the consulate in the financial district.
Avoid downtown and the northwest: These areas are more dangerous because they are under the control of cartels.
Prefer the east and south: These neighborhoods, associated with the middle class and industrial areas, are said to be relatively safer.

Here are 2 recommendations for well-rated hotels located in the safest areas of the city:

Hotel Mesaluna Short & Long Stay : This hotel is right next to the American consulate and the most recommended for a stay away from the areas to avoid in Ciudad Juarez.

See this hotel

CIUDAD JUAREZ HOTEL NEAR AMERICAN CONSULATE

Hotel Mesaluna Near American Consulate : Also close to the US Consulate, this hotel is highly rated by guests for its location.