Alton
United States · IllinoisUS
United States historic place
The Hotel Stratford is a historic hotel located at 229 Market St. in Alton, Illinois. The hotel, originally known as the Illini Hotel, opened in 1909. St. Louis architectural firm Barnett, Haynes & Barnett designed the hotel in the Classical Revival style. The five-story brick building features brick quoins, limestone bands and window sills, terra cotta ornamentation, and a cantilevered cornice. The hotel opened a rooftop garden in 1910 and a reception room in 1912, and it became one of many hotels which drew conventions to Alton; a contemporary newspaper account described the building as part of the "greatest improvement in property in the city of Alton". In 1925, new owner E. J. Lockyer renamed the hotel to its current name. The hotel is the only hotel built in Alton before 1950 that is still in operation.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 38.891, -90.184
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
Overview of Alton
Set in Illinois, United States, Alton is a spot. Alton is strongest on adventure. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Alton
Adventure in Alton
(1)Adventure in Alton covers Amusement Parks. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Alton.
Best time to visit Alton
The shoulder months of April to June and September to October suit hiking and outdoor days.
Getting there & around
Small places like Alton are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Illinois. Time zone: America/Chicago.
Similar destinations
Places near Alton that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alton known for?
- Alton, in Illinois, United States, is best known for adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Alton?
- Recorded activities in Alton include Amusement Parks. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Alton?
- The shoulder months of April to June and September to October suit hiking and outdoor days.
- Where is Alton located?
- Alton is located in Illinois, United States. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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