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Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Opelousas with 3 restaurants and a casino

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

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

Room options

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking | Pillowtop 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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Pillowtop 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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed - double
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed - double
  • 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 | Pillowtop 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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed - double
  • 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 | Pillowtop 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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed - double
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop 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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 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 | Pillowtop 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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • St. Landry Catholic Church - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Rural African American Museum - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette - 30 min drive - 25.7 miles
  • Cajundome - 31 min drive - 26.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in the city center
At Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a casino, and a nightclub. Be sure to 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 the lobby.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, ATM/banking services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 117 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

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
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • EVD Express
  • Spotted Horse

Things to do

  • Casino
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (800 square feet 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
  • Elevator
  • 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 crib
  • 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

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 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 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at 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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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.

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 80 lbs 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?

Check-out 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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