Balch Hotel, Dufur
About the Hotel
Rooms: Unique features
The Balch Hotel offers various room types, each with distinct features. The King Suite, the grandest room, has a view of Mt. Hood and a soaker tub. Signature Queen rooms include period antiques and attached baths, with air conditioning during warmer months. Mountain View Traditional Queen rooms feature views of Mt. Hood and air conditioning during warmer months. These rooms have access to shared, single-occupancy bathrooms. Traditional Queen rooms are appointed and access shared bathrooms; most include European-style in-room sinks. All lodging is for ages 10+. Guest rooms are tech-free; Wi-Fi is available. A shared fridge and microwave are available upon request. Pet-friendly options are available in 2 Traditional Queen rooms and 1 Signature Queen room; a $25 per night pet fee applies.
Dining: Local ingredients
The Balch Hotel continues to expand guest offerings for meals. A wine bar highlights Columbia River Gorge wines. The Bistro 1907, features seasonal menus with local, organic, farm-to-table ingredients. Breakfast includes a basket with muffins, breads, granola, eggs, fruit, and yogurt. Coffee is from Post Canyon Coffee Roasters, and teas are from Good Medicine Tea. Sample menu items include: Balch Board (cured meats and cheeses), Spring Salad, Walnut Pesto Quinoa Salad, Soup of the Day, New York Steak, Lamb Chops, Grilled Salmon, and Salmon Cakes Trio. Dessert options feature Balch Signature Fruit Crisp and Balch Chocolate Cake. Bistro 1907 is run by Chef Myron Ochaeta.
Leisure and Spa
The Balch Hotel offers several leisure and entertainment options. Guests can relax around the fire pit. An Exciting Whitewater Jet Boat Tour in the Lower Deschutes River Canyon is available. The property grounds feature pine and fir trees, open spaces, a pond, and views. The Spa Sanctuary offers treatments, including Gem Facials, Rejuvenate Facials, Rose Facials, CBD Back Relief, AromaTouch Treatment, and Rose Reiki Energy Treatment. Practitioner Claire Sierra offers Spiritual coaching.
Location and Activities
The Balch Hotel is in Dufur, Oregon, located in the eastern Columbia Gorge. Nearby attractions include the Deschutes River Trail for hikers, a tour of pioneer and military artifacts and antique wagons. The Columbia River Gorge Discovery Center & Museum showcases the natural and cultural treasures of the Gorge. The Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum (WAAAM) has collections of antique airplanes and automobiles. The Baldwin Saloon is in The Dalles. The hotel is near waterfalls, ghost towns, and painted hills.
Services: Key Amenities
The Balch Hotel provides guest services, including laundry, answering phones, and housekeeping. Guest amenities include mountain or garden views, complimentary breakfast, premium toiletries, free Wi-Fi, fresh-baked cookies on arrival, complimentary EV charging, and free parking. The hotel offers wedding, reunion, retreat, business meeting, bike trip, and romantic getaway packages. The Romance Package includes local wine, chocolate truffles, and a Balch bottle opener. The hotel also features a gift shop.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Adults only
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Fishing
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Ski pass vendor
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Beauty treatment
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
