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Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property

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A bar area with multiple TVs mounted on the ceiling, a bar counter, and several seating areas with stools.
A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a check-in counter.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a checkered floor.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by chairs and tables, and equipped with safety railings.
A spacious living area with a checkered floor, a fireplace, modern furniture, and a staircase.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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2235 Creswell Ln Ext, Lot B, Opelousas, LA, 70570
  • Place, Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Cajundome
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a red chair, and a patterned carpet.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bathroom with a yellow wall, a white toilet, a sink with a mirror above it, and a towel rack with towels.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, a lamp, and a microwave.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a grey sofa, a red armchair, a bench, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a dresser, a microwave, and a door leading to the bathroom.

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a checkered floor, a bed with a red and black bedspread, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a large mirror, a television, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a red armchair, a television, and patterned curtains.

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a beige sofa, a dark armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a patterned carpet.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a red blanket, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large mirror on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser with drawers, a small table with a lamp, and a chair.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, and a patterned carpet.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a decorative wall panel.

2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a decorative wall panel.

2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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, an Ascend Collection Hotel 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, an Ascend Collection Hotel. 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, an Ascend Collection Hotel 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, an Ascend Collection Hotel. 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. Open select days.
EVD Express - This café serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • In-room 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

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, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 818 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 818 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 818 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 818 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 818 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, safe and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing… def coming back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for the night. Nice clean hotel with good breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and a great staff !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and staff was friendly. Only had decaffeinated coffee for room coffee maker.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!! Bed was very comfortable!! Building does need updating. Breakfast was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff was great (shout out to Teresa). Remarkably comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randall P

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the sraff was kind and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All i can say is we are satisfied and will be back soon real soon
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Didn't eat, parking was fine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The morning staff, especially for the breakfast, were especially friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The noise from the event space was heard in my room, and I was on the 3rd floor. At the time of my stay, the elevator was very shaky, so that was a little concerning..
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best sleep everytime I visit love the beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Timothy

It’s a really nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Can be better for the rate of hotel room prices
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was grest
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

la Trenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff at front desk & cleanious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025