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Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Opelousas

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A bar area with multiple TVs mounted on the ceiling, a bar counter, and several seating areas with stools.
A large hall with rows of tables and chairs, a stage with a backdrop, and purple lighting.
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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

Room options

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

2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible-Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING BED SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

1 King Bed, Nonsmoking

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

QUADRUPLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

QUADRUPLE SMOKING

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

QUADRUPLE NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

QUADRUPLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

QUADRUPLE QUEEN BED SMOKING

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS SMOKING

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

2 Queen Beds, Suite, Nonsmoking

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

SUITE Accessible-Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE ACCESSIBLE SMOKING

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE Accessible KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a bathroom.

1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette - 27 min drive - 28.8 miles
  • Cajundome - 28 min drive - 29.0 miles
  • Acadian Village - 34 min drive - 35.3 miles
  • CIty Club at River Ranch - 38 min drive - 33.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) - 29 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
  • 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

This property is closed from August 21 2026 to August 20 2028 (dates subject to change).
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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel to the airport?

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 24.4 mi (29-min drive) away from the Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Does Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer free breakfast?

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's a casino on site.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel features an indoor pool.

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

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel to downtown Opelousas?

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 1.4 mi away from Opelousas.

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 822 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 822 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 822 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 822 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 822 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

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and room was very good. Will definitely book should we ever go back to that area.
Stayed 3 nights 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

10/10 Excellent

ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was great , the room we had could use a few touch ups with broken wood near the fridge and microwave but everything else was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the experience of a combination of spacious room, hospitality of the staff, breakfast, Evangeline Downs, live Saturday night entertainment, and the quaint restaurants around town. * I suggest replacing the broken recliner in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

6/10 Okay

DeShawn

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast was not good and the hotel needs to be updated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

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

william

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

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

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

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

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

Carolyn

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

6/10 Okay

Michael

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