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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Located close to Robert Wadlow Statue and National Great Rivers Museum, 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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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  • 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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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
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  • Free WiFi

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

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Alton, The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel is in the business district and near the airport. Historic Museum of Torture Devices and National Great Rivers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Robert Wadlow Statue and Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower. Don't miss out on a visit to Raging Rivers Waterpark. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Alton travel guide
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3559 College Avenue, Alton, IL, 62002

What's nearby

  • A statue of a man in a suit with a tie, set against a backdrop of trees and a clear sky.
    Robert Wadlow Statue
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A small stream with rocks, a red bridge, and a statue in a park.
    Gordon F. Moore Community Park
    1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A baseball stadium with a large crowd, a prominent arch structure, and various advertisements.
    Busch Stadium
    30 min drive - 37.0 miles
  • A historic building with a clock tower and red-roofed structures.
    St. Louis Union Station
    32 min drive - 38.3 miles
  • Argosy Casino
    6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alton Station
    9 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Castelli's Restaurant at 255
    4 min drive
  • Casey's
    5 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    5 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 laundry services
    • A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services, and an elevator
    • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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, a fire extinguisher, 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)

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.

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

As of Aug 26, 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 $101, 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.

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?

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).

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