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The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
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.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ฿3,530
฿4,024 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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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 children's 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 a 24-hour front desk
    • 5 meeting rooms, luggage storage and a computer station
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 135 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
    • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 50.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 45 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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 a one-off USD 50.00 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 transport 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 to 10:00 PM.

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

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 1 Jun 2026 start from ฿3,530, excluding 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 45 kg 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 at The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout 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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Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 780 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 780 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 780 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 780 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 780 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

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

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Laura

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They need to close down and remodel or tear it down. It has bad ambience. Huge hotel that feels old and cevernous.The room was decent and safe. Ok for a place to stay if you find it is all you can afford.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

It was a great experience. It was not hard to find, the staff were very friendly and the room was clean and cozy. The breakfast wasn’t the best, the biscuits were rock hard. They are remodeling but that doesn’t take away much from the experience. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal for us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet hotel with a friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Clean room. Nice Mexican resteraunt and bar onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Room was nice and clean. Enjoyed the Mexican restaurant on site for an after hours drink and appetizer. Breakfast was average. Could have had more of a variety of food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was there for family reasons! The hotel was perfect plus offered free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints stayed 4 nights room was always clean, breakfast was great, easy access to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and good food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great, Clean and the staff was friendly! The free breakfast was amazing! And the kids loved the pool! There’s a dollar general close to it which was perfect for the little things we forgot to pack and there was a cool Robert Wadlow Statue close to the hotel as well. Overall it was a 10/10 for us
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't know what everybody else is talking about, but the hotel is nice, the beds were comfortable. I enjoyed my stay. They were doing some construction but you could barely hear it. I heard the kids in the pool over the construction. Overall nice hotel, will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rhiannan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little place

Front desk staff was very nice, hotel is nice with a few noted cleanliness issues around the pool and shower. There is also a very nice Mexican restaurant inside the hotel,which is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean! Nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DENISE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a bad price. The room was very clean and the breakfast was ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy

One of the best places I’ve stayed for a long time. Love that they have an insight restaurant and they had the best breakfast buffet. Loved the pancake maker!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

NATASHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and breakfast was awesome. The restaurant wasn't open for dining which would have been awesome after arriving and wanting to relax and not have to leave again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was good. The staff was friendly and willing to help the washes was broken but overall good will stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were courteous and helpful. Room was clean and tidy. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024