The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Robert Wadlow Statue

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Free daily full breakfast
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Experience the charm of Alton at Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel, where guests rave about the helpful staff and on-site amenities like dry cleaning services. Enjoy a full breakfast, then unwind by the pool or with a drink at Chapala restaurant.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
The current price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
3559 College Avenue, Alton, IL, 62002

What's nearby

  • Robert Wadlow Statue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fast Eddie's Bon Air - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Historic Museum of Torture Devices - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Argosy Casino - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • National Great Rivers Museum - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 33 min drive
  • Alton Station - 8 min drive
  • Airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fast Eddie's Bon Air - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Castelli's Restaurant at 255 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Saint Louis Bread Co. - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection

The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mississippi River. Guests can hang out at the outdoor pool or indoor pool, or grab a bite to eat at Chapala, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a fitness centre are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 135 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (cats only, up to 80 kg per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4500 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1982
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 173
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 79
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Chapala – This family restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

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 there a pool at The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Yes, cats are welcome, with a maximum weight of 80 kg per pet. A deposit of USD 50.00 is required. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Argosy Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection also has a fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Chapala.

What's the area around The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection like?

The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection is located a short 14-minute walk from Robert Wadlow Statue.

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The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding service!
JOCELYN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A Great Place to Hole Up
A little dated and gaudy but clean and nice. Staff are cool and friendly. The Mexican restaurant on location is good too. I got the house margarita which had a heavy pour and a chicken quesadilla.
Andrew, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very nice staff but the walls are paper thin and you can hear just about everything
Misty, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was there for family reasons! The hotel was perfect plus offered free breakfast
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. Clean room. Nice Mexican resteraunt and bar onsite.
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was ideal for us.
Robyn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel review
Our stay was good. Room was clean and comfortable. Toilet seat was very loose. Bathroom a bit dirty, dirt in corners. A channel guide for the TV would have been handy to have. Tables in the breakfast area all seem to be wiggly. Breakfast items were a bit subpar.
Anthony, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Construction happening during stay. Have keys to my room to other guess while my kids in the room. Pool was closed but no one was working and looked in good condition. Not properly managed.
Elvin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great, convenient stay
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not a bad price. The room was very clean and the breakfast was ok
DENISE, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will stay there again
Brenda, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Disappointment
The hotel was notvery clean. The staff did their jobs but were not friendly ordressed what i would consider appropriate to run a hospitality business. We did not eat at the hotel. It just did not seem like appetizing surroundings.
Cindy, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Second best hotel in area
Mahogany, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Liked the setup of the room. Door was hard to shut & open.
Lori, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Below average breakfast
Peter, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Hotel, Pleasant stay Only downside was the pillows were a little small and the pool did not appear to be open but just came at the wrong time Overall very pleasant stay though.
Anton, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, very clean. Great Mexican restaurant in the hotel
Chelsea, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not a welcoming checkin
When we arrived we stood at the front desk for 10 minutes waiting on someone to show up at the desk. We called the phone and for no answer and rang the bell. I think she was in the restaurant. Next time, she may want to put a be back soon sign up.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet hotel with a friendly staff.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean! Nice pool
Whitney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and good food
Jordan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was great. CeeCee at the front desk is so nice. Now for the rant that has nothing to do with the hotel: EXPEDIA - get your act together and pay these hotels so people can check in quicker! I booked this hotel an hour before I got there and it still took another 30 minutes before Expedia paid the hotel so I could check in!
Jason, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The worst customer service experience I have had. We did not get room. Very rude. Then they double charged for a room they did not provide.
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stay at Best Western for Christmas!!
Lindsay, 2-night trip