At The Iris Motel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Canal Street and Caesars Superdome. This Art Deco hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Bourbon Street and City Park. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Canal at Telemachus Stop is 10 minutes and Canal at Clark Stop is 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pool
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)
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Television
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is $84
$84
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Room options
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Double Queen Room, Sleeps 4 with Parking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
232 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Non-Smoking King Room, Parking Included
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
232 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Non-Smoking King Room, No Parking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 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 just a 5-minute drive from Canal Street and Caesars Superdome. This Art Deco hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Bourbon Street and City Park. The property is just 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
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in 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 available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2017
An outdoor pool
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 33
Braille/raised signage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
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.
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 to 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 40 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 40 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite 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
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
Great hotel experience and value!
Senan
Senan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Very nice renovated motel/hotel great pool area, staying again for sure
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Loved it
Great place. Well run. Clean. It’s on a busy street so you want to put some ear plugs in or play some white noise at night. Not a big deal. Outstanding hotel.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2024
Easy check in and great location
Trenton
Trenton, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
One of the best places. Staff was so friendly and helpful! Super clean and the best beds and pillows ever!
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 30, 2024
A cute redone motel with nice beds and gated parking. But the room was tiny and the walls thin - I don’t know if I would stay again with a teen.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
the Iris Motel is so cute! it was also very clean. we loved that it was gated, it made our NOLA stay feel a lot safer!
Kaity
Kaity, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
A gem of a motel
Dainen
Dainen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Centrally located, clean, felt recently refurbished. Loved the pool oasis. Definitely am staying here next time I visit New Orleans
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Retro feel... location
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
Everything was great
Marlon
Marlon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Easy to access clean and comfortable
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
It was a very nice cozy place just need a microwave
Tracy
Tracy, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
We really enjoyed our stay at this motel. When we walked in there were friendship bracelets and a welcome card from the staff! Very personable. The room was a little small for the 4 of us, but for the price for the weekend it wasn't too bad.
Kara
Kara, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 4, 2024
Bus stop out the front was very handy, beds were comfortable, these were the pros. The cons include a bathroom door that has to be rehung constantly, one chair, tiny room for (supposedly) four people.
Catherine P
Catherine P, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
This was a last minute property due to a cancellation from another property. The room was clean and management was very helpful. My family felt safe there. Since we were in a room next to the street it did get noisy.
Natalia
Natalia, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 24, 2024
Pool was nice
Shameka
Shameka, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Needed a place to stay for one night while in New Orleans. This was a great choice. Very clean room, easy check-in when i arrived, easy check out in the morning when I left
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Quiet and clean
Angelica
Angelica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
This place was awesome. It was in the middle of everything. Lots of stuff in walking distance. The pool was the icing on the cake. I will definitely stay again. Don’t hesitate to book.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 10, 2024
Room was clean. Area was noisy. Expensive for being a lower economic area. Acceptable. Secured parking a plus. Electronic access good.
Roxanne
Roxanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2024
safe, security gate, trolly available
CINDY
CINDY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
This was a quaint little motel in a busy area. It was pretty quiet most of the time. The room was very clean and well kept. I would recommend to the staff to put in a few more outlets and ask for a microwave.
Adam
Adam, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
Really enjoyed our stay at The Iris. We came for Taylor Swift concert and the hotel made friendship bracelets and had them in our room. My daughter didn’t have time to get braclets before coming to New Orleans so she was so happy to have them to wear to the concert. Thank you for making this trip more special! Beds were very comfortable and self check in was easy. I forgot my airpod pros in the room and they even mailed them to me in Denver. Highly recommend this hotel!
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Saltwater pool was very nice! Rooms were clean and super charming. Staff was unbelievably helpful as I left an item behind after checking out and they stuck around to ensure I could retrieve it when I had to drive back to get it. Very cute exterior and super secure.