The Great Rivers, An Ascend Collection Hotel, Alton ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

3559 College Avenue, Alton, Illinois, United States

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3.9

“The hotel's location just off Homer Adams made it super easy to get in and out of town.”view full review

The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection is a 3-star hotel in Alton featuring amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and air conditioning. It is a full-service hotel that accommodates both leisure and business travelers.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection include a 43-inch LED Cable TV, a one-cup coffee maker, a work desk with chair, a microwave, and a mini fridge. Certain rooms feature a seating area for added comfort.

Dining Options

Dining options include Great Rivers Tap & Grill, which serves made-from-scratch American cuisine for lunch and dinner, as well as breakfast. A happy hour is available Monday through Friday.

Leisure & Business

Guests can enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The hotel also features a conference center with facilities measuring 4500 square feet, suitable for meetings and events.

Location & Transportation

The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection is located within a 15-minute drive of notable landmarks like Alton Square Mall and the World's Tallest Man Statue. Public transportation options include the MCT bus service.

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The Great Rivers, An Ascend Collection Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Quadruple Room Two Queen Beds Non Smoking

2 persons

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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King Room Non Smoking

2 persons

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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King Room or Disability Access Non Smoking

2 persons

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Quadruple Room Two Queen Beds Bathtub Non Smoking

2 persons

2 King Size Beds

Bathtub

Air conditioning

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Facilities

The Great Rivers, An Ascend Collection Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Super Comfy Beds

“The bed was incredibly comfortable, providing the perfect night's sleep after a long day of travel.” view full review

Modern Amenities

“The USB plug-ins in several places were a lifesaver, making it easy to charge devices without hassle.” view full review

Refreshing Spaces

“The fresh and newish carpet throughout the hotel added a clean and enjoyable feel to the atmosphere.” view full review

Inviting Atmosphere

“The lobby was beautifully designed, creating a welcoming environment as soon as I walked in.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Bowling
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

The Great Rivers, An Ascend Collection Hotel Location

3559 College Avenue, Alton, Illinois, United States

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3559 College Avenue, Alton, Illinois, United States

City landmarks

Museum

World's Tallest Man Statue

3500 ft

Museum

Alton Museum of History and Art

4400 ft

Church

Brown Street Baptist Church

2600 ft

Landmark

Robert Pershing Wadlow

3000 ft

Landmark

John Mason Peck

3200 ft

Church

Upper Alton Baptist Church

3600 ft

Landmark

Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument

2.0 mi

Church

College Avenue Presbyterian Church

4000 ft

Landmark

Washington Square Shopping Center

4500 ft

Church

Main Street United Methodist Church

4800 ft

Church

Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church

4800 ft

Landmark

Alton Exchange Mall

4900 ft

Landmark

Free Methodist Church

5100 ft

Golf Course

Spencer T Olin Golf Course

1.5 mi

Landmark

Calvary Southern Baptist Church

5200 ft

Park

Gordon F Moore Community Park

1.4 mi

Landmark

Sanford Avenue Baptist Church

1.1 mi

Park

Rock Springs Park

1.5 mi

Landmark

National Great Rivers Museum

2.5 mi

Landmark

Main Street Baptist Church

1.2 mi

Landmark

Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church

1.3 mi

Landmark

Armed Forces Museum of Alton

1.4 mi

Landmark

Eastgate Plaza Shopping Center

1.9 mi

Landmark

Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church

1.7 mi

Landmark

Greater Glory Tabernacle

1.7 mi

Landmark

AMC CLASSIC Eastgate 6

1.8 mi

Church

First Christian Church

1.7 mi

Landmark

First Baptist Church

1.8 mi

Landmark

Church of God in Christ

1.9 mi

Landmark

Webster Temple Church of God in Christ

1.9 mi

Nearby

Museum

World's Tallest Man Statue

3500 ft

Museum

Alton Museum of History and Art

3800 ft

Restaurants

Alton Sports Tap

2800 ft

3812 College Ave

Getting around

City Centre

Alton8 min · 2.9 mi

Airports

St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)57 min · 23.5 mi

Belleville, IL (BLV)104 min · 43.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop22 min · 9.0 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel The Great Rivers, An Ascend Collection guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Former name

The Atrium Hotel and Conference Center

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Great Rivers, An Ascend Collection Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 196 verified reviews

7.2/10

Very good

59%

Recommend

Breakfast

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.5/10

Comfort

7.5/10

Facilities

7.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

6.8/10

Location

8.2/10

Paid Wi-Fi

2.5/10

Staff

7.9/10

Value for money

7.0/10

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