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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star guestrooms with comfy beds

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A modern lobby with a brick wall, two Christmas trees, a fireplace, and a large statue.
An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by neatly trimmed bushes and a gravel path.
A parking area with electric vehicle charging stations, marked parking spaces, and a chain-link fence.
A modern building with a sign reading "The Great Rivers".
A modern building with a blue and white color scheme, labeled "The Great Rivers." It features a parking lot with several cars and a gas station in the foreground.

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
    ‪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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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Franchise Sports Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Castelli's Restaurant at 255 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3-star guestrooms with comfy beds
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free.

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

  • 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
Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. 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

Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 are welcome for a fee, plus a one-time cleaning fee
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • 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

Optional extras

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

  • A pet fee will be charged plus a one-time pet cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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 guestroom 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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

Breakfast is available for a fee.

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

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Sep 20, 2026 start from $103, 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.

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

This hotel offers free self parking.

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 798 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 798 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 798 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 798 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 798 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There were no hiccups, it went well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was a great stay !!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, convenient stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very clean. Great Mexican restaurant in the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rene

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

4/10 Poor

Caroline

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacey

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

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