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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lobby
Indoor pool
Property amenity
Lobby
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July

Explore the area

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3559 College Avenue, Alton, IL, 62002
  • Place, Robert Wadlow Statue
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon F. Moore Community Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Argosy Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Alton

At The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel, you'll be 1.4 km (0.8 mi) from Robert Wadlow Statue and 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Historic Museum of Torture Devices. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a complimentary breakfast. .The family restaurant, Chapala, is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 4500 square feet (418 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Alton hotel include Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau and Argosy Casino.

What's nearby

  • Robert Wadlow Statue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gordon F. Moore Community Park - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Argosy Casino - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Busch Stadium - 30 min drive - 59.2 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 32 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 9 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 4500 square feet (418 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Alton hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 135 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 4500 sq ft of conference space
  • 418 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1982
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 135 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Alton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Chapala

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4,500 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (173 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (79 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1982
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50.00
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 (weight limit: 100 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay) plus a one-off USD 50.00 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Alton Lewis&clark Trail Site
Holiday Inn Lewis&clark Trail Site
Atrium Hotel Alton
Atrium Hotel
Atrium Alton
The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection Alton
Best Western Premier Alton St. Louis Area Hotel
The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Alton

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yep, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 26 July 2026 start from AU$176, 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 Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Is The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is on offer on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 786 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 786 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 786 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 786 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 786 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, Extremely kind staff, very welcoming, Room was clean and room service was excellent. Good breakfast and very fair price. Would come again
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Skye

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy. It was messy but right now they are going through major renovation. Pool was open and warm so that was nice. And extremely convenient there’s a restaurant attached, they delivered our food to our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was a great stay !!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice stay, pool was quite chilly and the hotel was undergoing renovations which kind of made it messy. but, no complaints on room etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Chelsie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast selection every morning! Room was quiet but could hear people up and down the halls. But that comes with the territory.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Kathy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby was clutterd the pool and most amenities where closed. It was stayable butnot worth price
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotelnwas getting remodeled but it was clean and comfy and good breakfest!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a nice place to stay and very quiet . The breakfast was good I will stay again if I come that wasy again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Caroline

The room has seen better days. The handle on the desk drawer was gone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Cindy

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the toliet in the room leaked and the floor was wet all the time. The towels were paper thin. The lobby floor was being torn up making getting to the room very dangerous.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was friendly, easy check in, had some renovations going on but didn’t interfere with stay. Nice open lobby. We just had drinks in the restaurant but they were all super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled terrible. The pool area was so dirty with trash. Over following water from people jumping.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dmarion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a remarkable lovely hotel, I enjoy my stay everytime!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice i loved breakfast nice. Mexican restaurant attached clen rooms nice ahower
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
They were remodeling when I was there. Despite the renovations , it was very comfortable and clean. I hope to stay here again next time I’m visiting family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, convenient stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is being remodeled, so it's hard to give it a fair review.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Carpet in room dirty, hot water didn’t work in shower, shower door opens in not out. Been remodeling this place for months, like walking in a construction zone and of course the elevators don’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for the night. Restaurant onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025