The Iris Motel

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel in New Orleans with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

Room options

Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Non-Smoking King Room, Parking Included

7.6 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Non-Smoking King Room, No Parking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible King Room, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

New Orleans

The Iris Motel puts you in the centre of New Orleans, 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from City Park and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Caesars Superdome. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and luggage storage. .With a stay at this 3-property class Mid-City District hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Tulane University and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Smoothie King Center.

What's nearby

  • Caesars Superdome - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Smoothie King Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bourbon Street - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Tulane University - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 5 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Canal at Telemachus Stop - 10 min walk
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Melba’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finn McCool's Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Queen Trini Lisa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Iris Motel

Art Deco hotel in New Orleans with an outdoor pool
The Iris Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star New Orleans hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Iris Motel offers 19 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

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

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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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 on-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Iris Motel?

The Iris Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Iris Motel?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iris Motel on 5 Oct 2025 start from AU$164.09, including 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.

Does The Iris Motel have a pool?

The Iris Motel has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Iris Motel?

No, The Iris Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Iris Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Iris Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.