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The Iris Motel

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel in New Orleans with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Exterior detail
Located close to Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King Center, The Iris Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Non-Smoking King Room, Parking Included

7.6 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Non-Smoking King Room, No Parking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Accessible King Room, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Accessible King Room, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Mid-City District, a neighborhood in New Orleans, The Iris Motel is near the airport and near a train station. Canal Street and Café du Monde are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jackson Square and Mississippi River. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Caesars Superdome or Smoothie King Center.
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3610 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70119

What's nearby

  • Caesars Superdome - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Smoothie King Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bourbon Street - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Tulane University - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Canal at Telemachus Stop - 10 min walk
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Melba’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finn McCool's Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Queen Trini Lisa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Iris Motel

Hotel near City Park
Located close to Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King Center, The Iris Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Iris Motel include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (33 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 29.99
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 29.99
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: USD 19 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 29.99 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 29.99 (subject to availability)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 48 mi (77 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ben Louie Hotel New Orleans
Ben Louie Hotel
Ben Louie New Orleans
Ben Louie
The Ben Louie
The Iris Motel Hotel
The Iris Motel New Orleans
The Iris Motel Hotel New Orleans

Frequently asked questions

Does The Iris Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Iris Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Iris Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 29.99 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Iris Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 29.99 (subject to availability).

Where is The Iris Motel located?

Located in Mid-City District, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of City Park, Caesars Superdome, and Tulane University. Smoothie King Center and Bourbon Street are also within 3 mi (5 km). Canal at Telemachus Stop is 10 minutes by foot and Canal at Clark Stop is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Iris Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The pool was great. The motel has been renovated and the location was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Had a nice stay but room could have been cleaned better before our arriving. Very bad neighborhood though
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

Love this place!

Such a cute and kitschy place! Super clean, great location, really comfortable beds, excellent pool
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really attentive and helpful, and the rooms were great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying at The Iris Motel and it didn’t disappoint. I love the art deco decor as well as the gated parking. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled small motel and good access to the French Quarter areas by public transportation. Economical due to its location near the city but also easy access to leave the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice renovated motel/hotel great pool area, staying again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check in and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice little spot in a kind of weird area - never felt unsafe or anything like that but kind of industrial. I wish check out time was at least an hour later, but other than that no complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't be happier. Staff is helpful and attentive, the room is clean, and offers plenty of comfort and rest to this weary traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place- surprisingly quiet and close to midcity. Great communication with no contact check in and checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

It’s a funky little place but good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noise came from a club nearby
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

MICHELLE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s in a dangerous part of town, rife with drugs sales & prostitution. When we arrived at 12am bc our flight was delayed I was shocked & scared bc it was in a sketchy part of NOLA. They would not allow us to leave & get our money back. I called Expedia. They asked them to allow us to leave & give us our money back but they refused. We heard a gun go off one night
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking is not included, unless specified. AC was a bit noisy, but did an excellent job. The guy on staff was friendly and helpful. I really appreciated him.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dainen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem of a motel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The assigned parking behind a gate was very convenient and gave me a feeling of safety.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Centrally located, clean, felt recently refurbished. Loved the pool oasis. Definitely am staying here next time I visit New Orleans
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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