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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Robert Wadlow Statue

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Louis Union Station
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop 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

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Alton

Close to airport.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Robert Wadlow Statue and 6 miles (10 km) of Historic Museum of Torture Devices with a stay here. Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau and Argosy Casino are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Robert Wadlow Statue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gordon F. Moore Community Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gateway Arch - 36 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Busch Stadium - 37 min drive - 58.1 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 37 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3-star hotel near Robert Wadlow Statue
The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. 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 center and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 4500 square feet (418 square meters) and includes a conference center. 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 center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 135 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • 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 lbs 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 cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 USD 50.00 one-time 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 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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each 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

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 762 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 762 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 762 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 762 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 762 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

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, to both
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was under construction, yet it was still open for business. The hotel was in decent shape, but not what you would call clean and presentable. The pool was out of order, and the breakfast was terrible. The only saving grace was the restaurant on site (Chapala Grill).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dariyan

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

10/10 Excellent

Rene

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

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

jeffrey

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

Disappointed!

We stayed at this property last year and were happy with it but this time, disappointing. We knew that they were doing renovations but when we arrived on the floor we were staying on we were surprised to see room numbers written on blue painter tape and taped to the doors; there were no baseboards although it didn't appear there was new carpet yet. The drapery in our room was hanging down as if one of the clips to hold it in place was broken. When we told the front desk the response was, they're going to be putting new drapes in the room anyway. Stained carpet in our room and stained cover sheet. Photos on hotels.com were not accurate. We expected a sofa in our room but there was none. The lobby pictures showed the same furniture but various colors and it appeared to have new carpet but it was just color enhanced. The breakfast area was nice with a variety of food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Vicki

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 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 traveller, Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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

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

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Travelled 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

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

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled 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