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Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property

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Relax with a drink at the central bar, surrounded by comfortable seating and multiple TVs.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a large mirror.
Experience the classic charm of Evangeline Downs Hotel, featuring a symmetrical facade and elegant entrance.
Check-in at our welcoming reception area, featuring a modern reception desk and digital display.
Step into a warm and inviting lobby with a checkered floor, fireplace, and elegant staircase.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2235 Creswell Ln Ext, Lot B, Opelousas, LA, 70570
  • Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • St. Landry Catholic Church
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rural African American Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel in Opelousas with 3 restaurants and a casino
Along with 3 restaurants, this hotel has a casino and an indoor pool. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a nightclub, 2 bars/lounges, and a fitness center are onsite.
Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection offers 117 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Opelousas hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at one of the 3 restaurants, or stop for a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a 24-hour business center, and a meeting room
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • 17.7 mi (28.4 km) from Pelican Park and 23.3 mi (37.6 km) from University of Louisiana at Lafayette
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 800 square feet (74 square meters) and includes a conference center. A casino, a nightclub, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Opelousas hotel.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10 AM.
Spotted Horse - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
EVD Express - This café serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • EVD Express
  • Spotted Horse

Things to do

  • Casino
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (800 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Evangeline Downs Hotel
Evangeline Downs Hotel Opelousas
Evangeline Downs Opelousas
Evangeline Hotel
Evangeline Downs Hotel an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
Evangeline Downs Hotel an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Opelousas
Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Opelousas

Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 690 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 690 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 690 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 690 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 690 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ted

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

No water to shower. Bathroom door stuck couldn’t get out . Tiles loose . Dirty everywhere. Smelled of smoke .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,close to places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quit in door walk to casino and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Julia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Gloria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to casino but if you are not going to Casino. Stay somewhere else. The showers had zero pressure. The front text always had one person workibg and she/ he was frustrated most of the time. It took 15 minutes just to get another towel. There was just a lot that was below satisfactory.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marla

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very small for a Casino Hotel, especially the dining area. Not enough room for guest to get breakfast and/or sit. Have only 1 waffle maker, which was the only highlight to the offered breakfast. Extremely limited choices. Line out the door waiting. Purchased breakfast items from grocery store to avoid the poor service. Gathered dirty towels, asked housekeeper for replacements. Couldn't get any because they're in the wash. 'Put the dirty ones outside your door and it will be taken away with replacements brought to you', I was told. Never happened. After being out for 9 hours or more, towels were still outside the room's door. Had to go to the front desk to resolve. Inconvenient and unfriendly experience. Thanks but no thanks. Will not make the mistake to stay at this hotel or recommend it in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roselie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay the beds were very comfortable rooms were really clean. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Racheal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina, Tallassee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than ice machines not working the staff were friendly and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Daynnis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda, Dallas

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Evangeline Downs is the best property in Opelousas, hands down. I would rather stay there every time we're there. The rooms are great, they're clean, and there's not a lot of people hanging around. Every one is going about their businesss.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kelli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice place out of the city

We chose to stay here because everywhere around Lafayette seemed so unsafe. We liked that this hotel was out of the area and had good reviews.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diendre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to accuse the casino
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

The room was clean and furnished. The stay was quiet and the staff was friendly and accmmodating I have no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheval

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Lovely place. Very comfortable beds. Casino and dining downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel!

It was great! I stay here everytime I come here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel very clean staff friendly room was clean and fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025