THE RESORT AT A GLANCE
WELCOME
TO CRYSTAL SPRINGS RESORT
Nestled in the picturesque mountains of northwestern New Jersey, just one hour from New York City and Newark Liberty International Airport, Crystal Springs Resort is the perfect destination for your off-site gathering. Whether you are planning an intimate retreat for ten or an event for a thousand, our exceptional setting will inspire participants to focus their minds and reenergize.
Groups can enjoy luxurious accommodations amongst two hotels, over 100,000 square feet of unique and flexible meeting space, extraordinary dining options, innovative teambuilding exercises, six world-class golf courses, two award-winning spas, an Adventure Center with endless activities and warm hospitality. Our professional and dedicated staff excel at planning and executing successful events that will exceed your expectations. We await yours!
GRAND CASCADES LODGE
An elegant revival of the classic Adirondack style lodge, this exceptional hotel offers a relaxed and gracious service. 250 spacious guests rooms, some with kitchens, luxurious bathrooms with jacuzzi tubs, indoor & outdoor gas fireplaces with mountain views spanning three states. Grand Cascades Lodge has over 50,000 sq. ft. of unique meeting space, including a stunning ballroom and lush gardens making it an ideal location for corporate and association conferences, board meetings, sophisticated retreats and employee incentive programs.
THE TROPICAL BIOSPHERE
10,000 sq. ft. complex of exotic free-form heated pools, a spacious hot tub, sauna, steam room and waterslide all enclosed with advanced German Foiltec glass allowing year-round tanning and flourishing tropical plants.
REFLECTIONS SPA
This European inspired oasis of well-being will heal and renew you with seasonally inspired face and body treatments.
RESTAURANT LATOUR + THE WINE CELLAR
NJ’s most highly acclaimed restaurant boasts stunning views and an extensive wine list from the Resort’s Wine Spectator Grand Awardwinning wine cellar.
18-HOLE NATURAL GRASS PUTTING COURSE
This one-of-a-kind course features multi-tiered greens and rolling terrain accentuated by rippling streams and colorful landscaping.
CRYSTAL SPRINGS CLUBHOUSE
Adjacent to the hotel is a finely appointed clubhouse featuring great amenities including freeform pools, warm therapy-jet spa cove, vortex current pool, waterslide, pool bar and tanning deck.
MINERALS HOTEL
Nestled adjacent to Minerals Golf Course in Vernon, NJ, Minerals Hotel presents a comfortably appointed option with four seasons of recreation at every turn. Whether you are planning an intimate retreat or large scale event, our setting will inspire participants to focus their minds and reenergize. 175 Aspen-style décor guest rooms provide breathtaking mountain, golf or pool views and feature cozy stone fireplaces and a dining nook with a wet bar. The 40,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space includes The Canyon, northern NJ’s newest and largest resort ballroom which can accommodate up to 500 persons.
ELEMENTS SPA
A tranquil retreat that invites you to find new levels of relaxation and rejuvenation. Ranked as one of the top 100 spas in America and the number-one New Jersey spa, this tranquil wellness center offers services, facilities and atmosphere that channel the healing powers of the earth and nature. Discover soothing massages, skin therapies and beauty treatments that will transport you to your own personal nirvana.
MINERALS SPORTS CLUB
Located within Minerals Hotel, the Sports Club provides an incredible collection of amenities. Indoor & outdoor heated pools, indoor basketball, rock climbing wall, cardio & weight training floor, indoor running track, weekly fitness & yoga classes, hiking trails, steam room and sauna.
THE CANYON
A 13,200 sq. ft. elegant meeting and banquet venue that represents the Resort’s largest indoor multi-purpose space, proving very attractive to groups requiring space for large-scale gatherings of 400+ persons.
SWEETGRASS PAVILLION
This open aired pavillion adjoins an activity lawn with lush floral gardens and patios, making it the perfect venue for corporate outings, family reunions and so much more.
RESORT DINING
Savor the flavors of locally grown and produced cuisine creating a myriad of tantalizing choices with one common goal: to surpass your palate’s wildest dreams. The Resort uses locally grown and harvested ingredients, natural and sustainably-raised when possible.
Restaurant Latour CRYSTAL SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB
The Resort’s culinary crown jewel showcases the best of NJ’s bountiful farms. Restaurant Latour reflects a unique connection to our pristine natural surroundings and offers stunning panoramic mountain views.
Crystal Tavern CRYSTAL SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB
Contemporary American menu with endless valley views.
Springs Bistro GRAND CASCADES LODGE
Tuscan-inspired cuisine with indoor and outdoor patio seating.
The Chef’s Garden GRAND CASCADES LODGE
‘Garden-to-table’ al fresco dining set amidst beautiful organic flowers, vegetables and herbs with Kittatinny Mountain views.
Taqueria BIOSPHERE — GRAND CASCADES LODGE
Located in the tropical Biosphere serving tacos, salads, gelato, cocktails and smoothies.
Rosebud Roasters GRAND CASCADES LODGE
Specialty coffees, grab + go salads and sandwiches, snacks, pastries, libations, retail items and more!
Vista 180° Seafood Shack CRYSTAL SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB
Delicious seafood, salads, grilled favorites and a refreshing drink on a hot summer day, while soaking up the sun poolside.
Kites Restaurant MINERALS HOTEL
Casual dining with an inviting bar and seasonal outdoor terraces.
Moonshine + The Farmstand MINERALS HOTEL
A warm-weather rustic resort hot spot with an outdoor grill, cocktails and live music! In winter months, Frosty’s Cantina offers seasonal beverages and cocktails.
Zinc Café MINERALS HOTEL
Stop in for coffee, grab + go salads and sandwiches, pastries, protein shakes, libations, retail items and more!
Owen’s Pub BALLYOWEN GOLF CLUB
Pub dining paired with a rarified Scotch + Irish whiskey menu and awe inspiring vista views.
Bear Den Grille BLACK BEAR GOLF CLUB
American eatery with an extensive bourbon menu and outdoor games.
RESTAURANT LATOUR + THE WINE CELLAR
Arrange a private dinner at one of the world’s best wine cellars.
RESTAURANT LATOUR
The culinary crown jewel of Crystal Springs Resort showcasing the best of NJ’s bountiful farms and artisan producers. The newly renovated, ever evolving Restaurant Latour reflects a unique connection to our pristine natural surroundings . . . bringing the woods indoors in a stunning room full of natural finishings with panoramic mountain views.
Relax and enjoy our refined yet welcoming hospitality as you put yourselves in the hands of the kitchen for our three-course and seven-course menus. The chef’s approach to seasonal cooking is modern and stylish with a tangible connection to our surroundings, utilizing fermentation, preservation, foraging and local sourcing.
The Chef’s Table at Restaurant Latour, is an exclusive and immersive dining experience offered Friday evenings. Utilizing an array of foraged and meticulously sourced ingredients, Chef and her team prepare five exceptional courses of seasonal and locally sourced ingredients delighting guests. The menu is refreshed each week and features surprise offerings from the kitchen.
THE WINE CELLAR
Every thoughtful dish at Restaurant Latour and throughout The Resort’s restaurants is complemented by countless options from the award-winning Wine Cellar. Built by Resort founder and visionary Gene Mulvihill, the collection is lovingly curated by Chief Operating Officer Robby Younes and Wine Director Susanne Wagner. This oneof-a-kind collection includes essentials, rarities, astute selections and stunning values from around the world.
The cellar’s many chambered catacombs hold extensive verticals of top estates in Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone, Italy and California. Guests can browse and purchase unique finds at The Curator Wine & Spirits Bar Room. The Crystal Springs Resort Wine Cellar has won Wine Spectator’s Grand Award every year since 2006 and is now partof their Hall of Fame.
NJ’s #1 Rated Public Course
“Brawny, beautiful, often heroic golf” — Golf.com
Best Courses You Can Play By State — Golfweek
Best Resorts in the Americas — Golf Digest
Recognized as the premier destination in the Northeast, The Resort offers six world-class golf courses to choose from, all within a five-mile radius. Enjoy daily fee play or a one-of-a-kind group golf outing. Crystal Springs Resort has recruited the world’s best golf course architects to create an amazing collection of the largest and highly acclaimed courses that wind through the picturesque Appalachian scenery and provide a near-endless array of variety.
6 CHAMPIONSHIP COURSES
Ballyowen Golf Club
#3 Public Course in America — Golf Advisor
Designed by Roger Rulewich
Black Bear Golf Club
Top 10 NJ Public Golf Course — Golf Advisor
Designed by Jack Kurlander
Cascades Golf Course
Innovative golf for the open-minded player.
Designed by Roger Rulewich
Crystal Springs Golf Club
Top 50 Toughest Courses in America — Golf Digest
Designed by Robert von Hagge
Minerals Golf Course
Top 12 Short Courses in America — Golf Range Magazine
Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Wild Turkey Golf Course
Top 10 NJ Public Course — Golfweek, New Jersey Monthly
Designed by Roger Rulewich
GROUP GOLF OUTINGS
The ideal destination for a group golf outing {16-360 golfers} with six championship courses, award-winning catering and PGA professionals to assist with event execution.
FOOTGOLF
Two sports rolled into one, Footgolf provides precision, power and passion found in both golf and soccer. Now combined to create one amazing playing experience, Footgolf can be played on Cascades and Minerals Golf Courses.
LEADBETTER GOLF ACADEMY
Take your game to the next level with the region’s best golf instruction for all ages and skill levels.
Book a JetPeel, the multi-step face and body treatment system.
Make your own essential oil at the Elements Blend Bar.
Restore your mind, body and soul in the tranquil day spas at Crystal Springs Resort with invigorating treatments designed to reflect all of the natural surroundings.
REFLECTIONS SPA
Welcome to an oasis providing spa aficionados a luxurious, full-service menu with a range of relaxing body and facial treatments. Red fire art glass design inspires throughout, with a stunning 8,000 quartz crystal ceiling containing healing powers from the earth illuminating your entrance into the spa.
The exquisite offerings at Reflections Spa are some of the finest spa services in the region, including soothing massages and one-of-akind facial and body treatments. Channel the healing energy of the Resort itself with the signature “Wine Cellar” treatment, utilizing wine and grape-seed extracts or experience techniques and products from ancient disciplines and faraway lands.
ELEMENTS SPA
This award-winning spa incorporates the healing powers of the earth into its breathtaking design and rejuvenating services. A complete menu of massages, facials and body treatments are offered, featuring beneficial minerals.
The Blend Bar at Elements Spa is an immersive, hands-on experience allowing our spa clientele to create a customized and personalized product. Whether the goal is to calm the senses or feel uplifted, guests enjoy creating aromatic and unique formulas which can also align with specific skin care goals. The Blend Bar includes a selection of both essential oils and fragrance oils that are blended together or into a base lotion.
A visit to Elements Spa will transport you and soothe your soul through age-old healing arts. Select the experiences that suit your personal wellness needs or trust in our curated offerings to provide you with a complete journey to well-being nirvana.
TEAMBUILDING
Located less than one hour from Manhattan and most points in northern and central NJ, Crystal Springs Resort is the ideal destination for your corporate event, meeting, golf outing, company picnic, family reunion or catered affair.
We host more than 600 successful events each year offering 100,000+ square feet of flexible and unique meeting space, as well as luxurious accommodations.
Enhance employee productivity by having your staff participate in the array of teambuilding activities and recreational choices. With a curated Inspiration Series, your team can participate in tactile experiences within the categories of nature, wellness, sustainability, culinary and local agriculture. All programs can be customized to meet and exceed the needs of your group. Our staff works with you every step of the way ensuring you have a successful event.
INSPIRATIONAL TEAMBUILDING
Archery + Archery Tag
Bee Hive Box Build
Blind Wine Tasting Game
Casino Game Night
Charity Builds
Chili Cook-Off
Corporate Survivor
Curling
DJ Karaoke
Farming with GPS
Farm-To-Table Activities
Fire-Side S’mores
Fishing
Footgolf
Forage with the Botanical Hiker
Forest Bathing
Geo-Trekking
Glice Skating
Glow Golf
Goat Yoga
Hands of Gratitude
Hike on the Appalachian Trail
Indoor + Outdoor Sports
Iron Chef Competition
Mindful Meditation
Minute Mayhem
Mixology Competition
Mountain Hike
Murder Mystery
Outdoor Movie Night
Paint + Sip
Scavenger Hunts
Ski Chairs Build
Slalom Sled Team Race
Snowshoe Race
Sound Bowl Experience
Stargazing
Sustainable Farm Tour
Swing n’ Sip
The Wine Educator
Trivia Game Show
Winter Olympics . . . and so much more!
NEW JERSEY WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
This acclaimed event, launched in 2009, offers exquisite events designed to allow food and wine connoisseurs to meet and mingle with the world’s finest chefs and winemakers. The New Jersey Wine & Food Festival has grown in stature as a major showcase for gastronomic talent with a who’s who of culinary luminaries.
NEW JERSEY BEER & FOOD FESTIVAL
Throngs of beer lovers descend on The Resort for the New Jersey Beer & Food Fest every summer. This incredible gathering offers guests a selection of hundreds of amazing brews, bountiful BBQ, energetic music, fun outdoor games and more. Whether you’re a beer connoisseur or enjoy an occasional brew, this event is a crowd pleaser.
CRYSTAL SPRINGS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Guests can readily get in the holiday spirit with a line-up of performances featuring amazing vocalists, musicians and more. The Canyon at Minerals Hotel is the ideal festive setting for an expansive buffet and seasonal beverages, with additional holiday fun and activities at the outdoor Frosty’s Cantina.
CRYSTAL CABARET
In the spirit of the cabarets of yesteryear, come experienced first-rate entertainment featuring extraordinary singers, talented comedians and gifted musicians on select Saturday nights. Signature cocktails and sophisticated bites are included in a night club setting with spacious and comfortable seating.
MEETING ROOM SPECS
GRAND CASCADES LODGE
EVENT SPACE
Crystal Springs Resort offers a distinguished collection of flexible and unique event spaces throughout the property. From elegant ballrooms and sophisticated board rooms to outdoor terraces and pavillions, The Resort provides groups with an array of unparalleled choices.
IDEAL VENUE FOR:
• Meetings • Group Events • Corporate Retreats
• Incentive Programs • Social Outings
Emerald Ballroom
Emerald I
Emerald II
Garden Room
Garden Patio {Outdoor}
Wedding Garden {Outdoor}
Grand Rotunda
Chestnut Room
Napa Room
Crystal Tavern
The Wine Cellar
The Grand Cru Room
Silver Springs Room
Saratoga Room*
The Cigar Bar
Gallium Board Room
The Tropical Biosphere
Chef’s Garden {Outdoor}
{Outdoor}
Please note that capacities are subject to change based on set-up requirements. *Room can be divided. D = Dance Floor
MEETING ROOM SPECS
MINERALS HOTEL
EVENT SPACE
A collection of recreational amenities, coupled with a variety of both casual and formal meeting and dining venues.
IDEAL VENUE FOR:
• Meetings • Group Events • Corporate Retreats
• Incentive Programs • Social Outings • Competitions
• Tradeshows
Canyon
Ballroom B
Room Breakout
Kites Restaurant
Kites’ Terraces {5 Levels, Outdoor}
Sweetgrass Pavillion The Wedding Garden Cocktail Patio
+ The Farm Stand
Please note that capacities are subject to change based
