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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Robert Wadlow Statue

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Alton

Located 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Robert Wadlow Statue, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Historic Museum of Torture Devices. This 135-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Robert Wadlow Statue - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gordon F. Moore Community Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Argosy Casino - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Gateway Arch - 36 min drive - 29.7 miles
  • St. Louis Union Station - 37 min drive - 29.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Maeva's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alton Sports Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cellar Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Robert Wadlow Statue
Guests of The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an airport shuttle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,500 square feet 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
  • Elevator (68 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches 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 crib
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 14 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hallway
  • Parking area
  • Select guestrooms
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50.00
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total (100 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay) plus USD 50.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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 and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

What's there to see within easy reach of The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

This hotel is located in Alton, a short 16-minute walk from Robert Wadlow Statue and also 18 minutes on foot from Gordon F. Moore Community Park. You'll also find Fast Eddie's Bon Air and Alton Square Mall within a short drive.

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

As of Nov 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Dec 11, 2025 start from $95.84, excluding 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.

Will I be able to park at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel serves free full breakfasts at Chapala each morning.

Will The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel for a fee of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day.

Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel is St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL), which is 23.6 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 755 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not a terrible experience, but the pool was closed and there was a lot of construction and renovations going on throughout the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

8/10 Good

Gina

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

8/10 Good

Frank, NEWARK

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, fairly clean, friendly staff. They could use to put a trash can in the bathroom, and the water pressure is weak. (Laugh if you want to, but that will always cost a hotel points in my book)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tameco

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The pool was not working. The tap of the room number fell off. The toilet did not flush well. The shower floor had hair on it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALAN, HOLTS SUMMIT

Traveled with partner
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

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is ok . It is undergoing renovations. The biggest complaint was the temperature of the room. It was 74 degrees even though we set the temperature at 67. The air was very stale with no movement. We slept with just a sheet over us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mediocre!

Air conditioning not working in our room, so had to move to different room. Air conditioning in lobby and common area not working well. Very disappointed that pool was closed, as we had looked forward to swimming with our children. The breakfast was really bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Traveled with family and small children
Pool was closed..and no ac
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I do not recommend this hotel

The pool was closed, the air conditioning didn't work very well, and the breakfast was terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aneis MaRae

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hallways were filthy. Cue tip laying I middle of hall way. Along with other garbage. Pool was freezing. No pool towels
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

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

Great place to stay

It was a great experience. It was not hard to find, the staff were very friendly and the room was clean and cozy. The breakfast wasn’t the best, the biscuits were rock hard. They are remodeling but that doesn’t take away much from the experience. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy, Parker

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alicia

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive stayed in a lot of hotels for continuing educatuon, and this by far is one of the poorest, unkempt, and broken down hotels I've ever stayed in. The room smelled HORRIBLE, things were broken down and missing ALL OVER the entire hotel, lights were not working in the first room i was given, the rain was pouring into the event room while learning, and much much more. Will not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
My stay was fine...went to check out and the lady was amazing since I was dressed for my wedding
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

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

Struggling but Acceptable.

I've been staying at this hotel periodically for last 20 years for our family reunion. It's been several different names, but the building has remained. The signs posted show that the building is under construction with updating, which it definitely needs. We stayed in the 4th floor and they had been painting recently as our room numbers were affixed with blue painters tape. Inside, everything was clean and updated so no concerns with our room. They did not have a roll away bed for my 6-year-old son so I had to bring a fold out cot for him since we're a family of 5. The hotel has a "fitness center" which is just a couple of cardio machines thrown in a room. The atrium had a morning breakfast buffet included (just ok) but every single table was wobbly. The pool used way to much chlorine and had a side drain that wasn't draining so a moat formed from all the splashing. The bathrooms in the pool hadn't been cleaned in I don't know how long since there was a black ring around the toilet. No towels were restocked. I did hear a staff member complain (I was walking by) at some point about the workload from being understaffed. I could definitely tell. I only saw 3-4 employees all weekend. The attached restaurant is now a Mexican restaurant and they were very accommodating for our large group and the food was pretty good for the area. All in all, the hotel needs some work and help, so hopefully it will be revived when I'm back in 2 years.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hotel is getting an upgrade, but the room was kind of dirty the floor dirty lights didn’t work. Outlets didn’t work curtains falling off.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Won't book again but staff was nice.

There were random drunk homeless people asleep in the hall. There was a bug in my bed. There was a random shirt left from a previous guest left by the door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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