Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Wasco County Museum - 29 min drive - 32.2 km
White River Falls State Park - 30 min drive - 31.7 km
Pines 1852 Winery - 31 min drive - 30.8 km
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area - 40 min drive - 32.5 km
Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 83 min drive - 76.7 km
Getting around
Wishram Station - 38 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 103 min drive
Restaurants
WE3 Coffee & Deli - 11 min walk
About this property
Balch Hotel
Hotel in the mountains
Consider a stay at Balch Hotel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial, and aromatherapy at the onsite spa. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Dining room, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Outdoor pool access nearby
Free self parking
An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
Snow sports gear, an electric bike charging station, and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Free toiletries and hair dryers
Private yards, heating, and daily housekeeping
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Electric car charging station on site
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
1 restaurant
1 bar
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Restaurants on site
Dining room
Things to do
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Bicycle tour information
Bike parking
Bike storage
Electric bike charging stations
Full-service spa
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Library
Reception hall
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Ski passes
Ski storage
Snow sports gear
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Vegetable garden
Spa
Aromatherapy
Body treatments
Facials
Massage/treatment rooms
Treatment room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
More
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Local artist showcase
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soda bottles
Reusable cups only
Romance packages available
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Outdoor space
Yard
More
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Guidebooks/recommendations
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
LED light bulbs
Local maps
Recycling
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 12 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Balch Hotel Dufur
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Frequently asked questions
Does Balch Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.
Is Balch Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Balch Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Balch Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.
What time is check-out at Balch Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Balch Hotel located?
Situated in the mountains, this spa hotel is within 25 mi (40 km) of Billy Bob Sno Park, White River Falls State Park, and Sherars Falls. Lookout Mountain is 28.6 mi (46.1 km) away.
Balch Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Our stay was delightful! The staff was welcoming. We especially enjoy the breakfast; healthy and attractively server in an amazing beautifully restored elegant dining room. The Balch provides a restful elegant non- cookie cutter stay!
My wife and I love this quaint hotel with great rooms, great decor, incredible common areas and awesome staff. Breakfast is healthy and sustaining, not quite what it used to be but still enjoyable. We love the entire experience.
If you like traveling back to a simpler time, this is a unique hotel for you along the Columbia River Gorge. It was a lovely setting and rooms were small, but quite comfortable and gave you an escape from the 21st century (no TV, turn of the century country appeal). A few simple improvements to make guest more comfortable would be to have forks out (no just spoons) for the breakfast and to have coffee out and ready by 6:00 am daily. Many early risers need that first cup before we develop a headache. On a Sunday there was no where to go in Dufur that had coffee, so it was a pretty painful wait to have a coffee pot out at like 7:45 or 8:00 am. Easy to do! Dinner, at Bistro 1907, however, was simple, but lovely, on a peaceful flowered garden patio. I will tell others the Balch is a good place to stay for historic charm. Thank you!
This place is 110+ years old and really a delight to stay in because they haven't changed things very much. Gives you a snapshot of how hotels operated a century ago.
Delightful historic hotel. Come for the ambience and the experience of living in a shared space a hundred years ago... no in-room TV (but strong internet, don't worry!). Great staff, nice little packaged breakfast (could've been more food, but adequate). Cute boutique. Beautiful view.