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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Washougal, WA
  • Place, Washougal Motocross Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Multnomah Falls
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Moda Center
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Washougal

When you stay at this resort in Washougal, you'll be on a river, just steps from Columbia River Gorge and Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. .This resort is 27.9 mi (44.9 km) from Multnomah Falls and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Columbia River.
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What's nearby

  • Washougal Motocross Park - 18 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Multnomah Falls - 41 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Oregon Convention Center - 46 min drive - 38.2 miles
  • Moda Center - 46 min drive - 39.2 miles
  • Oregon Health and Science University - 48 min drive - 40.3 miles

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Multnomah Falls Lodge Restaurant - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Hughes Taproom - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cousin's Restaurant & Saloon - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Crown Point Vista House Cafe - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Expresso Coffee - ‬38 min drive

About this property

The Gorge Onsen Spa

The Gorge Onsen is a tastefully renovated 1940’s craftsman bungalow and spa in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge. 30 minutes from PDX, this gated property features two saunas, a spring-fed, chemical-free cedar hot tub, cold plunge, outdoor shower, tea & yoga room, 2 dedicated workspaces, a kitchen and downstairs kitchenette, 2 bathrooms, 4 bedrooms, fast wifi, 2 TV’s & extensive VHS collection. Views of Multnomah Falls and upstairs bedroom and breakfast nook. Ashiatsu massage and organic facials bookable by request.

The Gorge Onsen is located just off the Columbia River on a small neighborhood road.

At the heart of our space are wellness facilities including a tea room, yoga room/treatment room with a two person infarred sauna. yoga mats, bolster, straps and blocks are provided for guests to use.

Just outside is a spring fed, chemical-free, deep cedar barrel hot tub set to 103F and an adjacent claw foot cold plunge. Steps away is an outdoor shower and 6 person wood fired sauna house.

The yard features a menagerie of edible plants- fruit trees, blueberry bushes, grape vines and a large organic garden during summer months.

The acre lot features multiple hang zones with a solarium tea room, yoga room, 2 fire pits and hammock zones.

The inside is clean and welcoming with lots of natural light and quality appliances.

Between a stand of fir trees and the Columbia River are train tracks. Trains run approximately every hour and are faintly audible inside the house.

There are friendly neighbors to the East who are mostly blocked from sight by a wood fence. Road and all other sides are private.
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom features a shower, a bidet, and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Things to do

  • Books
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Music library
  • Sauna
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please leave all kitchen surfaces free of crumbs

Please strip beds and gather towels, and drop them in the laundry room

Make sure the traeger grill is clean if you’ve used it

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Clean all grills, oven etc after use

Load and run dishwasher at check out

Strip towels robes and sheets and throw in laundry room

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

The Gorge Onsen Spa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great; it felt secluded while being close to activities. The sauna and hot tub were the stars or the show
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenice G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best places I have ever stayed. The whole property is relaxing and beautiful. The house had plenty of room and is beautifully decorated to feel like you are walking into a home and not another random rental. The bed is one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and the grill outside was very clean and easy to use. My favorite part about this place was the sauna and cold plunge. It didn’t take too long to heat up and is literally the place to melt all your worries away. Beautiful woodworking inside while you look out into an organic garden. It’s heaven. The host was incredible at directions and followed up quickly with any questions. Check out was the easiest I have had in a long time. You don’t have pages of things to do before you leave. I can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great rest/retreat

Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and serene stay on the Gorge

A beautiful and peaceful stay along the Columbia River. The sauna was what drew us to the property originally (and which totally delivered), though it was the small and tasteful details that ended up making the experience an unforgettable one. Would recommend staying at the Gorge Onsen without any hesitation to anyone looking for a unique getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A true garden spa

Loved the fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers - and the sake was a nice touch! Good location to visit the Columbia River Gorge, Portland, Mount Hood, Willamette Valley and the Oregon Coast. Oh, and stargazing was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Gorge Onsen

Our group really enjoyed our stay at The Gorge Onsen. We took advantage of all the amenities on the property besides the fire pit. The house has a very cozy, quiet and peaceful feel to it. We were gone most of the day exploring the sites of the Gorge (and Portland) but we could've just as easily stayed at the house all day and enjoyed the propery. We were there for three nights but wish we would've stayed for at least five. Looking forward to returning one day! We visited in July but seems like a great year-around destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023