The Great Rivers, An Ascend Collection Hotel, Alton

The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection - A full-service Alton hotel with indoor pool, restaurant, and conference facilities

Located within a 15-minute drive of Alton Square Mall and Argosy Casino, this 3-star Alton hotel offers 135 air-conditioned rooms equipped with 43-inch LED cable TVs, refrigerators, and microwaves. Each accommodation features a work desk, one-cup coffee maker, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. The Great Rivers, Ascend Hotel Collection provides dining at the Great Rivers Tap & Grill, serving made-from-scratch American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus a bar/lounge with happy hour Monday through Friday. Recreational facilities include an indoor pool and 24-hour fitness center, while business travelers benefit from a 24-hour business center and 4500 square feet of meeting space with a conference center. The Great Rivers is situated 10 minutes from Fast Eddie's Bon Air, 22.5 miles from the Dome at America's Center, and 25 miles from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport.

Pros

Free WiFi access is available throughout the entire property

The hotel offers a free shuttle service

With over 30 years of catering experience, the property can accommodate various events including weddings

Certain rooms include dedicated seating areas for relaxation

Guests can enjoy recreational activities like table tennis and billiards

Cons

The property is 17 miles from the nearest airport

Located 4-3 miles from several cultural attractions including the National Great Rivers Museum and Jacoby Arts Center