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Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Opelousas

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Casino
Lobby
Exterior
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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, South Louisiana Community College T. H. Harris Campus
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Louisiana Orphan Train Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Combined shower/tub, 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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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

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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

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Pillowtop 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

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Pillowtop 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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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

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Pillowtop 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

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop 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

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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

About the area

Opelousas

Heart of Opelousas.At this Opelousas hotel, you'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Pelican Park and 25 miles (40 km) of University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Cajundome and Vermilionville are also within 25 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • South Louisiana Community College T. H. Harris Campus - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Louisiana Orphan Train Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Jim Bowie Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • South Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Fried Chicken - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Opelousas
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.

  • 1 building
  • 117 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 800 sq ft of conference space
  • 74 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Casino
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

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)!

Property payment types

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

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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. 351 out of 730 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 730 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 730 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 730 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 730 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

derrick

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Roaches in room dead and alive. Very terrible experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was ok, pillows were uncomfortable, staff was friendly. breakfast was Mid if that.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

KEENAN

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room wasn't serviced , bed was used , trash was left ... too late to move to another room due to how quick we rushed in to get settled. Daughter was already in shower an lot of stuff to transport.. got late check out tho..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Richelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was impeccable! Our room was clean and ready at check-in. I reserved a room with the whirlpool tub, The whirlpool jets were not working but the huge tub was still amazing! There was plenty of parking space. The casino is a little crowded, but there was a concert beforehand where we got $10 in free credit to play, so that was to be expected. It is very smokey. We ate at The Spotted horse. Our waitress was amazing and so was the food. The sweet potato mash is like a dessert in itself.
2nd floor room, King bed with whirlpool tub
Spacious whirlpool tub
Casino
The Spotted Horse
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawanna

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for concert & had a really great time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

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

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Hotel was nice but dated. Shower was pretty nice the bedroom wasn't as clean as you would hope. The bed and pillows slept good and the noise of the hotel overall wasn't bad. I will be staying there again in the future every month with business.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would be five stars if the facility had a crib/pack & play onsite. I found it insane that we showed up for our reservation and we were told that there was nothing available for our 1 year old.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

RUSSELL

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was so convenient. I really enjoyed the peace and quietness!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great and amazing 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

EUGENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlandar

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann, LaPorte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated they letbus check in early. Room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t like I was told I had a certain room but wasn’t the room I was told I had. Other than that everything was ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Getting room service is a struggle. I was told about the policy. However I said being on vacation who want to return to their room after verbally requesting service and No one has bother to even give fresh towels. Horrible service once again!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAYMOND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
PROPERTY WAS VERY CLEAN AND A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025