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Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
Hotel in Opelousas with 3 restaurants and casino

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM437
RM510 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 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
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 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
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 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
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for 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
  • 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
  • Louisiana Orphan Train Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Opelousas Historic District - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • St. Landry Catholic Church - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rural African American Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Fried Chicken - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel in the city centre
At Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection, 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 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
  • 1 meeting room, a front desk safe and a lift
  • 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

Languages

English

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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

  • Free 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

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, Ascend Hotel Collection have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 8 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection on 27 Jul 2025 start from RM 436.51, 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, Ascend Hotel Collection pet-friendly?

Yes, Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection 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.

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

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection 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, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 686 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

10/10

We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

It’s a really nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

PROPERTY WAS VERY CLEAN AND A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

We loved our stay the beds were very comfortable rooms were really clean. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Rooms are fabulous, casino is fun, but restaurants need to stay open later.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Clean and quit in door walk to casino and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

It was great! I stay here everytime I come here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Hotel very clean staff friendly room was clean and fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely place. Very comfortable beds. Casino and dining downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

We chose to stay here because everywhere around Lafayette seemed so unsafe. We liked that this hotel was out of the area and had good reviews.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

very nice room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

The room was clean and furnished. The stay was quiet and the staff was friendly and accmmodating I have no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Want to stay there again for my birthday nfl draft weekend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10

I was really excited to finally get a room at the casino hotel, was disappointed. Has no smile and of course important. But most of all human room, I tried everything to get the humidity out. Even a damp rid to try!! So uncomfortable at night!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Other than ice machines not working the staff were friendly and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10

Nice room and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

It was easy to accuse the casino
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

It was a very nice place and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

I always enjoy staying here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

The service was EXCEPTIONAL!! Very clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10

Just was a dirty and in kept place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025