The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Robert Wadlow Statue

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November 2025

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December 2025

The Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel offers genuine Alton charm. Guests praise the helpful staff and practical amenities like dry cleaning. Start your day with a full breakfast, then relax poolside or enjoy a drink at Chapala restaurant.

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Popular amenities

Bar
Pool
Housekeeping
Gym
Laundry

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Tomorrow

Nov 6 - Nov 7

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

3559 College Avenue, Alton, IL, 62002

What's nearby

Robert Wadlow Statue - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Fast Eddie's Bon Air - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Historic Museum of Torture Devices - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
Argosy Casino - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
National Great Rivers Museum - 6 min drive - 3.9 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 near Robert Wadlow Statue

Located close to National Great Rivers Museum and Historic Museum of Torture Devices, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides free full breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. The on-site restaurant, Chapala, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

An indoor pool
Free self parking
An electric car charging station, express check-out, and a reception hall
Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and a porter/bellhop
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All 135 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included

$84 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50.00

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

3 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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

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

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM. The property will be renovating the pool from August 14 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Dec 1, 2025 start from $89.67, 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.

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

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day. A cleaning fee of USD 50.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Robert Wadlow Statue and within 6 mi (10 km) of Historic Museum of Torture Devices and Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau. Argosy Casino and National Great Rivers Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).