PHOENIX (July 5, 2017) – Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced today the newest property to join its revered Best Western Premier® brand – Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel in Alton, Illinois.
Located on 3559 College Avenue, the Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel offers 136 well-appointed guest rooms and is making its debut after a remarkable $4.2 million renovation. The hotel’s transformation showcases a contemporized design, with a splash of Midwestern flare – providing an upscale and one-of-a-kind experience for guests. Guests are greeted by the hotel’s spacious and stunning lobby, which features ample seating, a soothing waterfall and an elegant fireplace – creating the perfect ambiance for guests to socialize, do business or just relax.
In addition to its first rate design and amenities, the hotel’s guest service is also at the top of its class. With over 180 years of combined experience among its management staff, the hotel prides itself on delivering superior customer care that is second to none. The Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel is the only full service hotel in Alton, Illinois that can accommodate business travelers, long term stay guests, leisure travelers, business meetings, banquets, church or social retreats, corporate meetings and conventions, wedding receptions and conferences.
Guests looking to treat their taste buds to the mouthwatering flavors of the local surroundings don’t have to travel far to do so. The Great Rivers Tap & Grill – the hotel’s onsite restaurant considered to be one of the area’s favorite hidden gems – offers selections that are handcrafted and chosen for the regions around the Mississippi River and the Great Rivers region. The restaurant also offers live entertainment during special events, as well as karaoke and dance music every Friday and Saturday evening.
With a strong commitment to providing guests with an excellent stay, the property was recently honored with the highly coveted TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence for 2017 – which celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year.
“Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel is a welcomed addition to our upscale Best Western Premier brand,” said Ron Pohl, Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer for Best Western Hotels & Resorts. “The hotel’s impressive renovation demonstrates its commitment to setting a higher standard and providing guests with the refined atmosphere and top-tier service they desire. I am confident this property will be an outstanding lodging option for travelers in Illinois.”
The hotel’s location in Alton, Illinois is also within close proximity to St. Louis, Missouri – providing travelers a central location to explore what both cities have to offer. Nearby tourist sites include the St. Louis Gateway Arch, National Great Rivers Museum, Lewis and Clark Visitors Center, National Great Rivers Scenic Byway, Busch Stadium – home to the St. Louis Cardinals, Gordon Moore State Park, and many more. As an added perk, the Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service, which travels to some of the nearby attractions and business hubs.
“The Best Western Premier brand is a trusted name in the industry and we are thrilled to be joining this esteemed group of hotels,” said Patty Rotermund, general manager of the Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel. “We look forward to delivering the exceptional lodging experience the brand is known for with our beautifully renovated property and ease of access to this unique and scenic part of the country.”
Reservations at the Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel may be booked by calling the hotel directly at 618-462-1220 or by calling Best Western’s 24-hour, toll-free reservations number (800)-WESTERN. Reservations are also available from Best Western’s website at bestwestern.com.
