BALCH HOTEL, Dufur

The Balch Hotel offers a range of accommodations: the King Suite features views of Mt. Hood and a soaker tub; Signature Queen rooms include period antiques and air conditioning in warmer months; Mountain View Traditional Queen rooms have views of Mt. Hood and access to shared bathrooms; Traditional Queen rooms provide access to shared bathrooms. Rooms are tech-free (no phones, TVs) but Wi-Fi is available. A shared fridge and microwave are accessible upon request. Pet-friendly rooms are available: 2 Traditional Queen rooms and 1 Signature Queen room, additional pet fee applies.

Bistro 1907 updates its menu seasonally, sourcing local, organic, and farm-to-table ingredients. The Balch Board includes cured meats, cheeses, and assorted crackers. Salad choices range from Spring Salad with walnuts and feta to Walnut Pesto Quinoa Salad. Soup of the Day includes house-baked Focaccia bread. Main courses feature New York Steak, Lamb Chops, and Grilled Salmon. Dessert includes Balch Signature Fruit Crisp and Balch Chocolate Cake. All registered hotel guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast basket, which includes fresh-baked goods, granola, eggs, fresh fruit and yogurt. Premium coffee from Post Canyon Coffee Roasters, artisan teas from Good Medicine Tea, and house-recipe malty cocoa are also offered.

The Balch Hotel provides a spa sanctuary with treatments such as Gem Facial, Rejuvenate Facial, and Rose Facial. CBD Back Relief and AromaTouch Treatment are available. Other treatments include Rose Reiki Energy Treatment and Crystal Chakra Balancing. The Balch offers experiences such as Soul Clarity, Magdalene Magic, Oracle Card Reading, and Earthing Experience. Guests can enjoy live music sessions on the patio, featuring Americana, folk, bluegrass, and indie artists. Summer Harvest Wine Dinners spotlight ShadowBuck Winery & Farm's wines and lamb.

Located in Dufur, Oregon, the Balch Hotel is near the Columbia River Gorge and the Deschutes River canyons. The hotel provides complimentary EV charging and free parking. Nearby attractions include the WAAAM (Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum). Dufur lies approximately halfway between Portland and Bend. Guests can explore waterfalls, wineries, and trails in the Columbia River Gorge, or venture into the Deschutes River canyons. The Atiyeh Deschutes River Trail at river level is a favorite for hikers.

The Balch Hotel offers services, including assistance with guest services needs such as laundry, answering phones and housekeeping if needed. Spa Sanctuary offers wellness sessions. The hotel can accommodate weddings, reunions, retreats, business meetings, bike trips, and car clubs. Meeting and retreat packages include food and beverage options. The grounds can host events for up to 100 participants. Packages include Romance Package with local wine, chocolate truffles, and a Balch bottle opener, and Sunday Perks Package with complimentary beverages or desserts, room upgrade (when available), and a 2 pm checkout.