At The Iris Motel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Canal Street and Caesars Superdome. This Art Deco hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Bourbon Street and Saenger Theatre. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Canal at Telemachus Stop is 10 minutes and Canal at Clark Stop is 10 minutes.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (4)
Housekeeping once per stay
Outdoor pool
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Fridge
Private bathroom
Television
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout curtains
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is £92
£92
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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9.89.8 out of 10
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
232 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Non-Smoking King Room, Parking Included
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
39 reviews
(39 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
232 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Non-Smoking King Room, No Parking
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 16 min drive
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 10 min drive
Canal at Telemachus Stop - 10 min walk
Canal at Clark Stop - 10 min walk
Canal at Scott Stop - 12 min walk
Restaurants
Finn McCool's Irish Pub - 6 min walk
Mandina's Restaurant - 11 min walk
Shamrock - 8 min walk
Mona's Cafe - 8 min walk
Five Happiness - 17 min walk
About this property
The Iris Motel
At The Iris Motel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Canal Street and Caesars Superdome. This Art Deco hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Bourbon Street and Saenger Theatre. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Canal at Telemachus Stop is 10 minutes and Canal at Clark Stop is 10 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cleaning fee: USD 19 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 29.99 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 29.99 (subject to availability)
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Iris Motel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Iris Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Iris Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Iris Motel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 29.99 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 29.99 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Iris Motel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Fair Grounds Race Course (5-min drive) and Caesars New Orleans Casino (5-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Iris Motel and nearby?
The Iris Motel has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around The Iris Motel like?
The Iris Motel is in Mid-City District, a short 10-minute walk from Canal at Telemachus Stop and 19 minutes' walk from Xavier University of New Orleans.
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The Iris Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The pool was a highlight, described as amazing, perfect, nice, and great by multiple guests. (13 reviews)
The property offers convenient and secure gated parking and a safe location near parks and other attractions. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
8 Jun 2025
Will stay again!
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Mar 2025
Great stay.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Mar 2025
The staff were really attentive and helpful, and the rooms were great!
Amalia
Amalia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jun 2025
Lovely
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 May 2025
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.
Noelle
Noelle, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
7 Apr 2025
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.
Martha
Martha, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Apr 2025
Nice room
Randall
Randall, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
5 Aug 2025
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
MICHELLE
MICHELLE, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 May 2025
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!
Corey
Corey, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Feb 2025
Easy to check in and clean room.
Mahesh
Mahesh, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Oct 2024
Very nice renovated motel/hotel great pool area, staying again for sure
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
5 Apr 2025
Unique place- surprisingly quiet and close to midcity. Great communication with no contact check in and checkout.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Mar 2025
Couldn't be happier. Staff is helpful and attentive, the room is clean, and offers plenty of comfort and rest to this weary traveler.
Zachary
Zachary, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 May 2025
Noise came from a club nearby
Ingrid
Ingrid, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
27 May 2025
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.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 Aug 2024
Easy check in and great location
Trenton
Trenton, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
27 Mar 2025
All was good
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Dec 2024
It’s a funky little place but good.
Courtney
Courtney, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Dec 2024
Nice clean and conveniently located
Jordan
Jordan, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
8 Feb 2025
The assigned parking behind a gate was very convenient and gave me a feeling of safety.
Ruby
Ruby, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
27 Apr 2025
So the office staff my first day was on point! He was FANTASTIC! My stay however, first room I was given; was dirty, no big deal changed switch rooms, new room “clean room “
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Apr 2025
I was a bit concerned about the area after reading some previous reviews, but staying in a gated hotel made us feel safe and comfortable. We spent most of our time exploring historical sites and only came back to the hotel to sleep.
The hotel was quiet and nice, with very few people around during our stay. The room was clean and had everything we needed, including a small fridge and a coffee maker. The staff were friendly and helpful, even though I only spoke with them over the phone!
Inara
Inara, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Sept 2024
A gem of a motel
Dainen
Dainen, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Oct 2024
Centrally located, clean, felt recently refurbished. Loved the pool oasis. Definitely am staying here next time I visit New Orleans