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Balch Hotel

3.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Stunning two-story building with a balcony and well-manicured lawn.
Relax in a spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, and dining table for two, surrounded by tasteful artwork and a large window.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a golf course view.
Stroll through the serene garden, surrounded by lush trees and vibrant flowers along a paved walkway.
Enjoy a casual dining experience with a variety of breakfast options.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fan
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
40 South Heimrich, Dufur, OR, 97021

What's nearby

  • The Dalles Dam Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Wasco County Museum - 28 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Pines 1852 Winery - 33 min drive - 38.1 km
  • White River Falls State Park - 39 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Sherars Falls - 60 min drive - 35.0 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, aromatherapy and a facial at the on-site 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, wedding services and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Private gardens, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Dining room

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1907
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
Balch Hotel
Balch Dufur
Balch Hotel Hotel
Balch Hotel Dufur
Balch Hotel Hotel Dufur

Frequently asked questions

Does Balch Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Balch Hotel?

As of 18 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balch Hotel on 28 July 2025 start from AU$231.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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.

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Balch Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is charming in every way imaginable. The staff, the room, the architecture, the town. It was a lovely place to stay the night making my way home on a long road roadtrip.
Front of this beautiful historic hotel
View of Mt. Hood from the front porch
Lots of outdoor seating in their lush little gardens
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful owners and spa experience. And the food in the dining room was also great. Sweet little small town gem.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic with wonderful views. No elevator
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Really liked the atmosphere, such a fun place to stay. The entry and library and outdoor patio were so nice to sit and relax and read a book. Note that many of the bathrooms are shared-luckily the hotel wasn’t full when we were there so no one to share with. They could do a lot better with decorating-getting some time-period/era art on the walls, instead of the tacky amateur art for sale. So much potential they are on a good start
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, beautiful building.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol U.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight in Durfur, OR

Really enjoyed this historic hotel. Comfortable bed and bedding. Great continental breakfast and coffee. The Durfur Historical buildings are just up the street.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a wonderful place to stay! highly recommend it♥️
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Amenities
The grounds and building are a fantastic surprise in such a small town.Great food and fun vibe. Staff is superb!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miesje

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique. It's a step back in time. Don't expect modern resort but you will get friendly authentic service provided by local people who bend over backwards to fulfill your needs and interests. Dufur is a very small old rural historical town in, what some would call, the middle of nowhere. If you want seclusion and enjoy country walks or bike rides and meeting really interesting people the Balch Hotel is for you as it was for us. The people really are fantastic. Debr helped us with a sticky situation because of some booking confusion and I can't say enough about her spirit of problem solving and meeting her customers need
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A splendid trip back in time. What a beautiful spot for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel with dining outside on patio. Food was very good but understaffed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff! Peaceful surroundings. Amazing architecture and history.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was so nice to be able to step back in time for a couple of days. Very relaxing, safe and awesome staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and a beautiful property. Great place to get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem in the tiny town of Dufur Oregon. If you are in the neighborhood and need a place to stay, this one is my recommendation!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special and unique Hotel. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a charming place and a great location to explore the Gorge and see the wonderful Dalles.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific hotel and great customer service. So peaceful. Beautiful grounds too. Make sure you take time to go see the waterfalls
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a charming hotel with friendly staff. Very historical.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful space. Staff are super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and very beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely setting, well appointed rooms, helpful and friendly staff. Really thoughtful touches to make the stay enjoyable. Breakfast provided was just right.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nostalgic and cozy. Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Halloween deecorations and a beautiful old hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022