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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel – Alton, IL
The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel – Alton, IL
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel is located in Alton, 25 miles from St. Louis Gateway Arch. With a fitness center, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides a 24-hour front desk and an ATM for guests. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk. All guest rooms in The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. The accommodation offers a buffet or American breakfast. Guests at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Alton, like hiking, fishing and cycling. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the hotel. Hollywood Casino St. Louis is 28 miles from The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel, while Edward Jones Dome is 22 miles away. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is 21 miles from the property.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe
  • EV charging

Reviews

3.9 / 5
Great 792 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room was nice, they had workers fixing and remodeling while we were there. That was nice to see. Only issue we had with the room was some light bulbs were just gone, the water pressure was terrible, and the walk in shower bar that keeps main glass secure wasn't attached to the wall. Our biggest issue was the pool being closed. We were never told prior to us getting there that the main reason for us to stay in a hotel was not going to be available the whole week. It is safe to say we were upset. The breakfast was nice though, good rounded selection.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Everything was great except that the soap dispensers in the showers were empty which for myself it was a big deal because I brought soap from home but it kinda hindered my guest who swam from being able to shower. Other than that I enjoyed my stay!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The hotel was great starting with the staff being accommodating and having a good attitude. The breakfast was good, just needed more fruit and possibly a salad option for those who do not eat meat. Lastly, the room was great! The bath tub needed the no slip markers to prevent accidents. Thank you for a great stay! Dr. Anderson

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

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  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very clean. In the middle of renovation. Looks like it will be lovely when it is completed.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I've stayed here before and my experience this time was terrible I will never book there again. The room had no air conditioning properly working, no TV working, the room was not properly cleaned. But because i stayed one night i assumed that why we were treated in that manner. Certain staff members were exceptionally Rude. Unprofessional behavior. They did attempt to accommodate but it was too late at that point. Mary. Was the worst ever, 😫 Mickey if that's even his name was slightly above Mary in behavior. The maid I believe her name was Amanda was very sweet, accommodating and went above and beyond despite everything we tipped her for cleaning the room. Its very unfortunate this happened as you've truly lost a customer 😔. My 1st experience i stayed 3days and it was Great, but never again.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Bed I didn't have no TV and the pool was really cold

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    No I thought it was great

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    No tv working properly My daughter fell and open her head at one of the tables

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location No tv, loud guests, restaurant was closed

  • Engine customer May 2026

    My son & I stayed here for 1 night. Upon checking in, we were notified that the cable tv was currently out but hopeful it’d be back soon. On the ride up to our room we spoke to a couple who stated the cable has been out for days so that set the mood for our disappointment right there. Open the door to our room and I can just say it’s well past its prime. We were afraid to take our shoes off and walk across the floor! No remote for the TV but since the cable was out, guess we didn’t need one. Decided to take a shower since we’d been traveling all day—no hot water, it was warm at best, and there was no shampoo. Morning couldn’t come fast enough for us. If you’re looking for a comfortable stay, keep looking. Only positive thing is the AC worked great.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Was there for a baseball tournament and this hotel was 5 minutes away. The staff was friendly. I did not like that the hotel allows people to party or hang out in the pool until all hours of the night. My interior room was over the pool. I stayed for 4 nights and never got a full nights sleep. I also felt like it was not as clean as it should have been.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    There were no hiccups, it went well.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Disappointing

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Great breakfast. Friendly staff

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    The location. It's near my family. It's not very clean. They say they are renovating but it seems like they are just covering things up.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    It was nice and clean, staff was friendly That we got locked out of our room for almost 2 hours and was told we had to get another room till next morning and I had oxygen in our room, they were very accommodating and worked very hard to get our room open once they found out I had to have my oxygen,

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    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.

Frequently asked questions about The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers meeting spaces, a conference center, and dedicated conference rooms, making it well-suited for corporate events, team offsites, and group meetings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel is located at 3559 College Avenue, Alton, IL 62002 5009. With a Walk Score of 29, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel
  • Missouri River 6.2 mi
  • Lewis and Clark Expedition 7.2 mi

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