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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 272 guest reviews
- Free comp. breakfast
- Access to gym on-site
- Hotel has 117 rooms
- 4 floors in property
- 36 suites in property
- Check in time: 3PM
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- Hotel has 2 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
The newly built Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection® hotel, is connected to Louisiana's prestigious Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, home of quarter horse racing, gaming, live entertainment, numerous restaurants and more. Additional attractions close to this Ascend Collection hotel in Louisiana include the Creole Heritage Folklife Center museum, Le Vieux Village historic landmark area, Opelousas Museum of Art and the Rural African American Museum. Opelousas is home to a number of annual events like the Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival, Yambilee Festival and the Holy Ghost Creole Festival.
Map of Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Verified Reviews of Evangeline Downs Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Fun Stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great place! Had a great time!
Dawn G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
05-Sep-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 01 to Mon Sep 04 2023 at a $142.04 average nightly rate.
"Nice Place"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Nice place to stay.
Keith G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
20-Jun-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 16 to Sun Jun 18 2023 at a $137.40 average nightly rate.
"Clean, comfortable, accommodating. Great"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean, comfortable, accommodating. Excellent Place
Keith G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
19-Jun-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 16 to Sun Jun 18 2023 at a $137.40 average nightly rate.
"Nice people, Nice Room."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We had a great stay at the hotel, the staff was super nice and our room was clean and spacious.
Joni L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
09-May-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 06 to Sun May 07 2023 at a $206.35 average nightly rate.
"LOVED the furniture! "
Overall Score4.0/ 5
LOVED the furniture!
Euretta L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Apr-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 11 to Thu Apr 13 2023 at a $119.14 average nightly rate.
"Horrible"
Overall Score1.0/ 5
I asked all week for full service on my room. Just wanted my bed made really. Housing keeping never made my bed. Horrible experience.
Gerilyn G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
27-Jan-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 23 to Fri Jan 27 2023 at a $98.00 average nightly rate.
"Great Service!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Really appreciate the friendly, and helpful reception and housekeeping staff! Thanks!
Cynthia S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Dec-2022
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 02 to Tue Dec 06 2022 at a $153.74 average nightly rate.
"A beautiful, clean, comfortable, decorative, outstanding hotel."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I have stayed in many hotels but this one is by far the best! Comfortable, clean, gourmet coffee in the room plus a delicious breakfast too. Spacious rooms with a splash of color and recliners in the room. I will visit 4 times each year (one week stay each trip) and will choose this every time I visit Opelousas!
Shirley B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Nov-2022
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Nov 20 to Wed Nov 23 2022 at a $106.55 average nightly rate.
Property Description
A Opelousas Louisiana hotel - Hotel at Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino
Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection® hotel, is connected to Louisiana's prestigious Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, home of quarter horse racing, gaming, live entertainment, numerous restaurants and more.
Additional attractions close to this Ascend Collection hotel in Louisiana include the Creole Heritage Folklife Center museum, Le Vieux Village historic landmark area, Opelousas Museum of Art and the Rural African American Museum. Opelousas is home to a number of annual events like the Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival, Yambilee Festival and the Holy Ghost Creole Festival.
Hotel features include:
Free deluxe continental breakfast
Free wireless high-speed Internet access
Free weekday newspaper
Free local calls
Exercise room
After a long day, guests of this Opelousas, LA hotel can unwind in the exercise room, or relax at the indoor heated pool and hot tub.
For the corporate traveler, this Louisiana hotel provides an assortment of modern conveniences like an on-site business center, a public computer with Internet access, and access to coy and fax service. A banquet and meeting room is located on the premises and can accommodate up to 60 people for most functions. Additional event space can be rented at the adjacent Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino Event Center.
All spacious and inviting guest rooms are furnished with flat-screen televisions, coffee makers, desks, hair dryers, refrigerators, microwaves, safes, irons, ironing boards, pillow-top mattresses and cable television. Select rooms offer upgraded amenities like wet bars, sofa sleepers and balconies.
This is a pet-friendly hotel; fees apply. Ample free parking is provided and can accommodate most vehicles.
At the Evangeline Downs Hotel, an Ascend Collection hotel, you can surround yourself with an array of amenities and personalized service. Make a reservation with us today and let us exceed your expectations.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3PM |
| Check Out: | 11AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2010 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 117 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 103 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 5 |
| Suites: | 36 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 2 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 1550 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 83 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Ownership: | Venerts Hotel Management |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Individuals- 4pm Groups- Varies |
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| Nightly Parking: | 0.00 |
| Total Taxes: | 17.75% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Additional Person Fee: | 10.00 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Movies in room
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Safe in rooms
- Shower
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
25 miles to Lafayette Regional (LFT) 65 miles to Baton Rouge Met Arpt, Ryan F (BTR) 75 miles to Alexandria Int'l Arpt. (AEX) We're located off Interstate 49 in Opelousas, Louisiana. Take I-49 northbound to the Creswell Lane exit/Exit 18. Turn right and proceed 1/2 mile/second light to the entrance to Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino. Follow the entrance road past casino valet parking to the north parking lot. The hotel is located on the east side of the property.
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.1 Pet, maximum of 25 lbs for nominal fee
About Ascend Hotel Collection
- Upscale property delivering the highest standards of hospitality, services, and luxury comfort
- Free wireless internet and continental breakfast
- Beautiful indoor and outdoor pools
- Flat-screen high definition TV's
- Boutique restaurants and cocktail lounges at participating locations
- Fitness center facility
The Ascend Hotel Collection highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Creswell Bakery - Start your day with freshly baked pastries and coffee. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant - Indulge in seafood and steak dishes with a scenic view of Bayou Teche. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Cafe Josephine - Enjoy delicious Cajun cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Tour of Le Vieux Village de Poste des Opelousas - Explore the historic village and learn about the city's rich history. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Cafe Mosaic - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a variety of options. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Little Big Cup - Delight in Southern-inspired dishes in a charming setting. Located 8 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Palace Cafe - Experience fine dining with a New Orleans twist. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Horseback Riding at Chicot State Park - Embark on a scenic horseback ride through the beautiful trails of the park. Located 20 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The French Press - Enjoy a delicious breakfast with a French twist. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Prejean's Restaurant - Indulge in authentic Cajun dishes and live music. Located 10 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Cafe Vermilionville - Savor Cajun and Creole cuisine in a historic setting. Located 15 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Bayou Teche Brewing - Take a tour of the local brewery and sample their craft beers. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection.
Feel free to use the Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Opelousas event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
Size (sqft.) |
Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent |
Classroom |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape |
Boardroom |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater |
Reception |
Regist. Desk  |
| Parish Room | 40 x 20 x 8 | 800 | 50/-- | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | --/-- | -- | 60 | 50 |
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Parish Room
For the corporate traveler, this Louisiana hotel provides an assortment of modern conveniences like an on-site business center, a public computer with Internet access, and access to coy and fax service. A banquet and meeting room is located on the premises and can accommodate up to 60 people for most functions.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
800 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
40 x 20 x 8 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
Half Day Rental:
$200.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$375.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$250.00 USD
24 Hr. Hold Rental:
$25.00 USD
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| The Parish room | 30 x 25 x 0 | 750 | 62/62 | 62 | 52 | 19 | 21 | 19 | --/-- | 79 | 83 | -- |
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The Parish room
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
750 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
30 x 25 x 0 M.
Floor Level:
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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FAQs about Evangeline Downs Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Evangeline Downs Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection have?
There are 117 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Evangeline Downs Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection?
Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Is there a gym at Evangeline Downs Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Testimonials:
"I had a great experience, it was easy to use and [the hotel] was very helpful on the phone after I accepted a bid. Thanks." C.P. - Carlsbad, CA
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