Comfortable Accommodations The Great Rivers, an Ascend Collection Hotel in Alton offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe. Dining and Leisure Guests can enjoy a modern restaurant serving Mexican cuisine for lunch and dinner, a bar, and a fitness center. Additional facilities include a lounge, minimarket, and laundry service. Prime Location Located 21 mi from St. Louis Lambert International Airport, the hotel is near an ice-skating rink and attractions such as Wadlow Robert Statue (13-minute walk) and Alton Amtrak Station (2.7 mi). Guests appreciate the room cleanliness and value for money.