Wine tasting ends in a red-wine bath. At The Wine Spa in Portland, you get Oregon wine tasting plus a private vinotherapy soak with warm water, minerals, and red wine in a calm boutique setting. It’s also recognized by TIME as one of the 100 Greatest Places to Visit in the United States, which helps explain why people plan this as a real highlight, not a quick stop.

I especially love the pacing: you taste first, choose your favorite, then you get a complimentary full glass as part of your soak-time ritual. I also like that the experience leans into self-care with a body scrub, hydrating lotion, and a red wine face mask you apply during your 30-minute tub session. The one drawback to consider is simple: at $99 for about 1 hour 15 minutes, it’s a splurge, so you’ll want a schedule that protects that relaxation time.

Key Highlights You’ll Actually Care About

• Only vinotherapy spa concept in the U.S.: a rare, Portland-set experience built around wine and wellness.
• Three Oregon wines + one full complimentary glass: pick the wine you want to enjoy during your soak.
• Private tub time (30 minutes): warm water, minerals, and red wine—designed for stress relief and circulation.
• Included body care steps: body scrub, hydrating lotion, and a red wine face mask on your own timeline.
• Boutique, low-key vibe: the setting is meant to feel relaxed, not rushed or crowded.

Entering The Wine Spa on NE Broadway

The experience starts at 1517 NE Broadway, where you’ll arrive at The Wine Spa in a relaxed, boutique space. This isn’t set up like a factory tour. It feels closer to a quiet wellness stop where you’re meant to exhale as soon as you walk in.

If you like experiences where “the place” matters, this one has that going for it. TIME’s mention as one of the 100 Greatest Places to Visit in the U.S. isn’t just bragging rights—it signals that the spa has enough wow-factor that people build a day around it.

The good news for your planning: it runs about 1 hour 15 minutes, so you’re not signing up for a half-day time sink. You’ll also be near public transportation, which makes it easier to fold into a Portland itinerary without forcing a car day.

Your 3-Wine Tasting and the Glass You Choose

Before you soak, you’ll taste three local Oregon wines. This is not a random sampler; the idea is to help you decide what you’ll enjoy during the vinotherapy session. In practice, that often means you’ll try styles like Pinot Gris, a red blend, and a sparkling wine, all Oregon-made.

Here’s what I think makes this part valuable: it turns a wellness activity into something more personal. You’re not just receiving a service. You’re actively choosing your favorite and turning it into part of your routine.

After the tasting, you’ll get one full complimentary glass. That matters because it keeps the experience feeling intentional rather than like a check-the-box tour. You’ll bring your chosen glass into the tub room and use it as your “settle in” moment.

If you like social travel, this tasting also gives you a natural break to talk with your group before you shift into your private soak.

Private Vinotherapy Rooms: One Guest per Tub

Once it’s time for the vinotherapy, you’ll move into your private vinotherapy room. Each guest gets their own tub filled with warm water, minerals, and red wine. The goal is relaxation, increased circulation, and stress relief—basically turning wine culture into a spa ritual.

You should know about the tub setup. Normally, each guest has a tub. If you request it, two guests may fit in one tub at the same time. That option can be nice if you’re traveling as a couple or a pair and want to share the moment while still keeping things private.

The setup also explains why people rave about the vibe in the tub room. A key detail is the water temperature—reported as comfortable, not overly hot. That’s not a small thing. If you’re going to spend 30 minutes soaking, comfort is everything, and warm-but-manageable water makes the whole session feel effortless.

The 30-Minute Red-Wine Soak (What Happens Inside)

Your soak lasts about 30 minutes. During that time, you’ll be applying the included body care at your own pace. The experience is designed so you’re not constantly being timed or coached; you get to settle into the ritual and let the pace slow down.

Here’s the rhythm you can expect:

1. You rinse off first if needed in your tub setup, then get comfortable.
2. You enjoy your chosen complimentary glass.
3. You apply the red wine face mask during the soak period.
4. You use the grape glow body scrub as part of the self-care steps included.

One thing I like about this approach is that it turns a soaking service into a full “self-care mini-session,” which is why it can feel so memorable even though it’s only 30 minutes in the tub. You’re getting multiple steps bundled into one quiet time block.

Also, the experience includes water, which helps keep you feeling fresh before and after. Small detail, but it’s one of those things that makes a wellness experience feel complete.

Body Scrub, Lotion, and Red Wine Face Mask

The spa includes three core body-care items:

• Grape Glow body scrub
• Hydrating lotion
• Red wine face mask

From the way the experience is described, the scrub isn’t just an afterthought. People call out the scent and how it leaves skin feeling smooth and hydrated. That matters because most people can tolerate a scrub, but the ones that feel genuinely good tend to be the ones that make you want to keep the afterglow going.

The hydrating lotion step is also part of the value. A lot of “massage-adjacent” experiences give you one moment and then you’re out the door. Here, you can finish your ritual in the same place, then rinse off and head out feeling refreshed instead of merely relaxed.

The face mask is the final flourish. It adds a spa feel that goes beyond soaking in wine-infused water. And since you apply it on your own pace during the tub, it turns the experience into something you control rather than something that happens to you.

A practical consideration: if you’re sensitive to scents or skin products, you may want to pay attention to how your skin typically reacts to scrubs and masks. The experience does include them, so this isn’t a “just sit there” option.

After the Soak: Rinse Off and Keep Living Your Day

After your tub time, you’ll rinse off in the tub setup and then head back to Portland feeling relaxed and ready to continue. With a total duration of about 1 hour 15 minutes, you can treat this as either:

• a morning reset before exploring, or
• an afternoon break that improves your whole evening mood.

This is where the experience beats a lot of standard wine activities. You’re not only tasting wine. You’re also getting that physical decompression step that can help you enjoy the rest of the day more comfortably.

And if you’re thinking about adding food: snacks and a charcuterie option aren’t included. Charcuterie is available for pre-order with 48 hours notice, so plan ahead if that’s your style.

Price and Value: Is $99 Worth It?

At $99 per person for about 1 hour 15 minutes, you’re paying for a bundled, themed wellness + wine experience. The value isn’t just the tub. It’s the way the experience stacks multiple parts into one seamless session.

You get:

• a wine tasting with three local Oregon wines
• a full complimentary glass
• a 30-minute private vinotherapy soak with warm mineral water and red wine
• included body care: scrub, hydrating lotion, and a red wine face mask
• water

When you look at it this way, it’s closer to paying for a spa appointment plus an included wine moment, rather than paying for a single activity. If you’re traveling and want a “Portland-only” story that feels different from typical tasting rooms, this hits that goal.

If you’re on a tight budget, treat it as an occasional splurge, not a repeatable habit. But if you like the idea of a wellness break and you want wine to be part of the ritual, it can feel like money well spent.

One more practical note: transportation isn’t included. Since it’s near public transportation, you can still make it work without a car, but your planning should account for how you’ll get back afterward.

Who This Experience Fits Best

This is a great fit if you want one standout, sensory experience in Portland that feels both playful and calming.

It’s especially good for:

• couples or small groups who want privacy and a shared moment
• travelers who like wellness add-ons (scrub, mask, lotion) rather than a simple soak
• people who enjoy Oregon wine and want it used in a creative, non-standard way

It can also work for solo travelers because the tubs are private and the time in the tub room isn’t a group performance.

If your ideal trip is nonstop sightseeing, you might find this too slow. But if you want a real break—one that changes how the rest of the day feels—this is exactly that.

Should You Book The Wine Spa in Portland?

I’d book it if you want a rare Portland experience that combines wine culture with a true relaxation ritual. The private tub time, the included body-care steps, and the chance to choose your complimentary glass are the reasons this feels like more than a novelty.

I’d skip or rethink it if you’re looking for a cheaper wine stop, a full food-and-wine meal, or something that lasts most of your day. At 1 hour 15 minutes, it’s a focused experience, so it works best when you plan the rest of your schedule around actually resting.

If you’re the type who values comfort, self-care, and a calm setting, this is the kind of appointment you’ll remember long after the wine is gone.

FAQ

How long is the Portland Wine Tasting + Vinotherapy Tub Soak?

The experience lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes, with 30 minutes spent in the vinotherapy soak.

What is included with the $99 per person price?

It includes the vinotherapy wine soak experience, a tasting of three Oregon wines plus one full complimentary glass, grape glow body scrub, hydrating lotion, red wine face mask, and water.

Do I need my own transportation?

Transportation is not included. The meeting point is 1517 NE Broadway, and it is near public transportation.

Is the experience private or shared?

This is a private tour/activity. Only your group participates.

Can two people share the same tub?

If requested, two guests may fit in one tub at the same time. Otherwise, each guest gets their own tub.

What wines will I taste?

You’ll taste three local Oregon wines. One review example mentioned Pinot Gris, a red blend, and a sparkling wine.

Is snacks or charcuterie included?

Snacks are not included. Charcuterie is available for pre-order with 48 hours notice.

Can I cancel for free?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience starts, the amount paid is not refunded.