The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Travelers discover a welcoming retreat at this Alton hotel, where warm hospitality pairs perfectly with convenient access to the area's rich historical sites
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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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7.8 out of 10
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
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LED TV
Pillowtop bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
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About the neighborhood

3559 College Avenue, Alton, IL, 62002
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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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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.
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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
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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
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The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
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Best Western Premier Alton St. Louis Area Hotel
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Reviews
The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews
7.8
Good
8.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.8
Eco-friendliness
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Nov 7, 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Pamela
Sep 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pamela
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carissa
Jul 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Carissa
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin
Apr 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Benjamin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Michelle
Jun 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay
Michelle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robyn
Nov 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Robyn
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Crystal
Apr 15, 2025
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Crystal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jordan
May 13, 2025
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Jordan
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
Dec 18, 2024
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Amanda
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark
Jan 6, 2025
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Mark
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Daniel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Lawrence
Jun 1, 2025
Lawrence
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Andrew
Mar 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A Great Place to Hole Up


Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Stephanie
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Stephanie
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jordan
Apr 14, 2024
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Jordan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom
Dec 17, 2023
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Tom
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
DENISE
Sep 27, 2024
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DENISE
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Whitney
Jul 26, 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Whitney
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Rhiannan
Mar 10, 2024
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little place
Rhiannan
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Candy
Feb 5, 2024
Candy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Anton
Sep 20, 2024
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Anton
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Nicole
Feb 26, 2025
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Nicole
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris
May 11, 2024
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Chris
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Anthony
Mar 2, 2025
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Hotel review
Anthony
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
NATASHA
Sep 12, 2023
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