Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Opelousas hotel with 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

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

In the heart of the city, Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a vibrant retreat. Savor lunch and dinner at one of the three on-site restaurants or unwind by the fireplace in the lobby. Enjoy an indoor pool, continental breakfast and free WiFi.

Very good

Popular amenities

Casino
Pool
Bar
Free breakfast
Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Casino
3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Indoor pool
Nightclub
Fitness center
24-hour business center
Conference center
Business center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning

For families (6)

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television

$101 nightly

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 4 - Dec 5

Tomorrow

Dec 5 - Dec 6

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed

Pillowtop bed

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed

Pillowtop bed

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed

Pillowtop bed

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed

Pillowtop bed

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$65 nightly

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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

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
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Mama's Fried Chicken - ‬6 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel features a casino and a nightclub. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Spotted Horse, which serves dinner and is one of 3 restaurants. There are 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 117 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10 AM
3 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Working away

24-hour business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference center (800 square feet of space)

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 2010
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Casino
Nightclub
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

40-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Alarm clock
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave
Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Spotted Horse - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

EVD Express - This café serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Fee & policy details

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

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge 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.