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Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Opelousas with 3 restaurants and casino

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Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection, is a vibrant city retreat. Enjoy meals at three on-site restaurants or relax by the lobby fireplace. The property features an indoor pool, continental breakfast, and free WiFi to enhance your stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is ฿3,073
฿3,619 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • 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 | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillowtop mattress
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
2235 Creswell Ln Ext, Lot B, Opelousas, LA, 70570

What's nearby

  • Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Landry Catholic Church - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rural African American Museum - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette - 27 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Cajundome - 28 min drive - 47.4 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in the city centre
At Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a casino and a nightclub. Make sure that you enjoy lunch and dinner at the 3 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a computer station and 1 meeting room
  • A banquet hall, a vending machine and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 117 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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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

  • 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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 30 Nov 2025 start from ฿3,073.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Opelousas, this hotel is within 25 mi (40 km) of Pelican Park, University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Cajundome. Vermilionville and Acadian Village are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 717 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 717 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 717 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 717 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 717 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Christian

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean with friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stop the smoking that’s the only bad thing if you have asthma then you shouldn’t stay at this hotel it’s ridiculously filled with smoke
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Want to stay there again for my birthday nfl draft weekend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latrecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

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

Zetonnia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel close to town quiet a little dated but a good value
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

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

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

My favorite stay always!

This is my favorite hotel to stay at when visiting Opelousas. Always a friendly staff, a hot breakfast with great coffee that make for a great experience each time. Love the hotel decor!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Denise

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

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomscare nice, spacious. And clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Corriene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Casino was on the property.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was fast and friendly. Room was clean and well appointed. Parking was well lit and safe. Breakfast was good with a good variety.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Dorian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was ok for the couple days I visited. The shower heads could use an upgrade, as the water pressure coming from them is pretty low.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk clerk was very nice. I. Thought the pool was heated my mistake. Room was nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Casino
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024