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The Iris Motel

3.0 star property

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Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
$150
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6

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3610 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70119
  • Caesars Superdome
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Smoothie King Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bourbon Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 2497 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Non-Smoking King Room, Parking Included

7.6 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • 2497 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Non-Smoking King Room, No Parking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Accessible King Room, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Accessible King Room, Ground Floor

  • 2497 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Iris Motel

3-star hotel in Mid-City District
An outdoor pool, express check-out, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free hotel. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Iris Motel offers 19 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The Iris Motel features an outdoor pool and express check-out. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

The Iris Motel is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (33 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 29.99
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 29.99
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: USD 19 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 29.99 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 29.99 (subject to availability)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is 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

The Iris Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 118 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Gautier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noise came from a club nearby
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place!

Such a cute and kitschy place! Super clean, great location, really comfortable beds, excellent pool
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people were amazing. The staff was excellent. The neighborhood is a little questionable, but for the most part overall it was good. The room smelt like somebody had smoked cigarettes whether it was long ago or recent and there was no closed room for the bathroom. It was open with a sliding door, no privacy truly. the pool was excellent a huge plus!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Charlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uncomfortable Sleep Due To Air Cooling Unit

It was a convenient location. The rooms are really small for two people to navigate. The air cooling unit was so loud that we could not sleep without wearing earplugs or suffering through the heat. When we complained about the noise, we were offered either a sound machine or a box fan. This led me to believe the problem was already noted and the room was rented anyway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loud college type /club hangout right next door. As for transportation, the nearest trolley is about half a mile from motel on canal street so expect to walk half a mile on lots of uneven and broken sidewalks in very darkened areas at night. The motel is adorably redone with a vintage vibe, comfortable bed and soft pillows. Loved the pool area for chilling out. They have an enclosed parking area that you feel safe since you need access code to get into the parking area as well as your room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
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 “
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place- surprisingly quiet and close to midcity. Great communication with no contact check in and checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't be happier. Staff is helpful and attentive, the room is clean, and offers plenty of comfort and rest to this weary traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cierra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amalia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really attentive and helpful, and the rooms were great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Telisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

terry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and good value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Foh Fat, Brooklyn

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property owner should fix the flooded and broken sidewalk. It is unsafe for anyone to walk on the street to avoid the flooded and cracked sidewalk.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025