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The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection, Alton
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About the Hotel
3559 College Avenue,
Alton,
Illinois,
United States of America,
Illinois
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 4,500 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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Select your room type
The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
MidAmerica St. Louis/Scott Air Force Base (BLV)
42.7
mi
Bus
Bus stop
9.1
mi
Facilities
The 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
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness center
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Bowling
Golf course
Fishing
Services
Housekeeping
Laundry
Stores/Commercial services
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Special diet menus
Business
Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
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
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
3559 College Avenue,
Alton,
Illinois,
United States of America,
Illinois
Map view
3559 College Avenue,
Alton,
Illinois,
United States of America,
Illinois
City landmarks
Museums
World's Tallest Man Statue
3500 ft
Museums
Alton Museum of History and Art
4400 ft
Church
Brown Street Baptist Church
2900 ft
Robert Pershing Wadlow
3500 ft
John Mason Peck
3600 ft
Monument & 5th Streets
Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument
2.1
mi
Church
Upper Alton Baptist Church
4100 ft
Church
College Avenue Presbyterian Church
4400 ft
Golf Course
Spencer T Olin Golf Course
1.4
mi
Washington Square Shopping Center
4900 ft
Church
Main Street United Methodist Church
5100 ft
Alton Exchange Mall
5200 ft
Church
Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church
5300 ft
Free Methodist Church
1.0
mi
Parks
Gordon F Moore Community Park
1.4
mi
Calvary Southern Baptist Church
1.0
mi
Sanford Avenue Baptist Church
1.1
mi
#2 Locks and Dam Way
National Great Rivers Museum
2.5
mi
Main Street Baptist Church
1.3
mi
Parks
Rock Springs Park
1.6
mi
Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
1.4
mi
Armed Forces Museum of Alton
1.4
mi
Eastgate Plaza Shopping Center
1.8
mi
AMC CLASSIC Eastgate 6
1.7
mi
Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church
1.7
mi
Greater Glory Tabernacle
1.7
mi
Church
First Christian Church
1.8
mi
First Baptist Church
1.9
mi
Church of God in Christ
1.9
mi
Webster Temple Church of God in Christ
1.9
mi
Nearby
Museums
World's Tallest Man Statue
3500 ft
Museums
Alton Museum of History and Art
3800 ft
Restaurants
Alton Sports Tap
2800 ft
3812 College Ave
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Clean Location
Friendly Staff
Noisy A/C
Room Heat
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
7.2
Location
8.3
Service
8.7
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 6 reviews
7.1
7.1/10 based on 145 reviews
Keith
United States of America,
January
2024
8.4/10
I had a fantastic time at the beautiful Best Western Premier in Alton, just outside St Louis. The up-to-date furnishings, comfortable bed, and personable staff made it the best stay I've had in a long time. However, the lack of adjoining rooms could be a downside.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were modern and comfortable, with up-to-date furnishings.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional with friendly and helpful staff. I even had a birthday note arranged for my loved one!
Location
9.0
The location was perfect for my needs, just outside St Louis, MO. The shuttle driver and front desk staff were very friendly and helpful.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was nice with continental breakfast and hot choices available. However, the buffet setup could be improved for a more relaxed dining experience.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Robert
United States of America,
January
2024
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spacious but had some issues with cleanliness like black mold around the heating vent. The service was top-notch, with staff going above and beyond to meet requests. The location was convenient, although a bit noisy being in a corner. The dining experience was average with some hot food items served cold. Overall, a stay with highs and lows.
Rooms
6.0
The room I stayed in was very spacious, but unfortunately, I noticed black mold around the heating vent. While it was comfortable, it did not quite meet the expected standards of a place like Holiday Inn.
Service
9.0
The service at the hotel was exceptional. From the front desk to the restaurant, the staff was friendly, helpful, and even fulfilled a special request I had.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was ideal for my needs, being close to the highway and offering a modern and quiet environment. The furnishings were up to date, and I particularly enjoyed the bathroom and comfortable bed.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs. While the offerings were nice with pancakes and a fruit selection, the hot food disappointingly was below serving temperature.
Facilities
Overall, the facilities were satisfactory, but some areas like the cleanliness of the rooms could use improvement. The facilities offered were standard without any standout features.
Billy
United States of America,
December
2023
8.2/10
I had a mixed experience at the Best Western Premier in Alton IL. The hotel's location was tranquil and ideal for relaxation or casual meetings with friends, but cleanliness could have been improved. The dining was a highlight with great food and entertaining DJ/karaoke nights, although it fell short in some aspects. The rooms were on the smaller side and in need of updating, even though the staff provided exceptional service for a special occasion.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small and could use updating. Unfortunately, my room didn't have a tub, and the water temperature was only lukewarm.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond by fulfilling my request to leave a birthday note for my loved one. They were friendly and attentive throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location outside downtown St Louis was still and quiet, perfect for relaxation or informal gatherings.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was really good, especially with the enjoyable DJ/karaoke nights on Fridays and Saturdays. The menu was impressive, and the staff was attentive.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were adequate for my needs, with various services like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry available.
Frances
United States of America,
November
2023
7.6/10
The hotel had spacious rooms that were big and comfortable, though they could use updating. They had a bad 'old' odor at times. The location was ideal for relaxing or holding informal meetings, quiet yet outside of downtown St Louis. The dining experience offered nice options, including entertaining DJ/karaoke nights on Fridays and Saturdays but was let down by cold hot dishes. Overall, a pleasant stay with room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were big and comfortable but had a bad 'old' odor. They could use updating.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and helpful, including going above and beyond with special requests. Unfortunately, the closure of some services like the restaurant early impacted the experience.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect for relaxing or informal meetings, still quiet and outside of downtown St Louis.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was pleasant overall with nice options, including entertaining DJ/karaoke nights on weekends. However, hot food was consistently served below the correct temperature.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were functional but could be improved, especially regarding the temperature of hot food served.
Max
United States of America,
November
2023
7.0/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The room was great with an extremely comfortable bed, but being a corner room facing inside to the lobby or pool made it loud, tiny, and dirty. The service was friendly and helpful, going above and beyond with a special request, but the price seemed a bit high for what was offered. The location was good for my needs, perfect for relaxing or informal meetings, but still too noisy in the lobby. The dining experience was decent despite some cold and runny food. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The room was great with an extremely comfortable bed, but being a corner room facing inside to the lobby or pool made it loud, tiny, and dirty.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and helpful, going above and beyond with my request to leave a birthday note for my partner.
Location
7.0
The location was good for my needs, perfect for relaxing or informal meetings, but still quite noisy in the lobby.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent, with some cold and runny food, but the DJ/karaoke on Friday and Saturday was very entertaining.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services, which was convenient.
Julius
United States of America,
July
2023
8.0/10
I had a wonderful stay at the Best Western Premier in Alton, IL, in the St Louis area. The hotel provided clean and very comfortable rooms, and the friendly staff made my experience enjoyable. However, the noisy A/C unit in my room was a bit bothersome. The location was perfect for my needs, and the up-to-date furnishings added to the pleasant atmosphere.
Rooms
8.0
The room I stayed in was clean and very comfortable, perfect for my extended family. However, it got really hot from the sun, and the noisy A/C unit next to the elevators was quite loud.
Service
9.0
The service at the hotel was top-notch, from the friendly front desk staff to the professional restaurant servers. They made planning my get-together a breeze.
Location
9.0
The Best Western Premier, Alton IL, is located in a clean and welcoming area, convenient if you are heading to St Louis. The shuttle driver and desk staff were friendly and welcoming, making it a great spot for relaxing or hosting informal meetings.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience at the hotel had its flaws, with the hot food being cold and the breakfast options not up to par. However, the organic pulled pork was a standout dish.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities provided everything I needed for my stay. It was a great value for the amenities offered.
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