Meetings

TEAM GATHERINGS & RETREATS AT NYC'S CLOSEST RESORT

Inspire your employees with a retreat to the scenic mountains at the Northeast's #1 destination conference resort.  Discover over 100,000 sq. ft of unique indoor and outdoor meeting venues, including northern NJ’s largest resort event space.  Best in class in all areas of operations, Crystal Springs Resort offers exceptional catering, innovative team building, luxurious lodging and world class amenities including 6 golf courses, 2 spas, nature trails, a state of the art sports club, refreshing pool complexes and one of the world's best wine cellars, making it the perfect destination for your next Corporate Retreat

Meeting Venues & Event Spaces

The resort has over 100,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space.  Explore featured spaces below or view all venues here.

The Canyon

Northern NJ's newest and largest multi-purpose event space offers an elegant open plan featuring high ceilings, vendome stone bars with glass shelving and a stylish decor. 

Size & Capacity: 
13,200 Sq. Ft.
Reception: 550+
Banquet: 450 
Classroom: 375

Corporate conference in the Canyon at Minerals Hotel.

The Canyon

Northern NJ's newest and largest multi-purpose event space offers an elegant open plan featuring high ceilings, vendome stone bars with glass shelving and a stylish decor. 

Size & Capacity: 
13,200 Sq. Ft.
Reception: 550+
Banquet: 450 
Classroom: 375

Open kitchen cooking in Amphitheater.

Exceptional Catering

Crystal Springs Resort delivers a world-class culinary program that elevates every corporate retreat and offsite. Stewards of the acclaimed Restaurant Latour with its Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine Cellar and host of the NJ Wine & Food Festival, our culinary team is equipped to deliver superb group dining experiences - from elegant plated dinners to interactive wine pairings—using the finest locally sourced, sustainable ingredients.

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Group Experiences

Inspire your team with memorable group experiences that will foster bonding and creativity. Explore featured activities below or see over 100 group experiences and team building activities here.

Hiking with Goats

Hike with our friendly goats along the scenic 3-mile Nature Trail at Grand Cascades Lodge. Because they consider humans part of their herd, the goats feel safe and comfortable with your group, creating natural bonds and wonderful photo opportunities amid stunning mountain views.

Hiking with goats.

Star Gazing with The Astronomer

Discover the wonders of the universe with our Resort astronomer. View amazing celestial targets with a high-powered telescope while hunting for orbiting satellites soaring overhead. An informed, casual discussion allows time for your questions to be explored. 

Stargazing teambuilding activity

Wine Cellar Tour & Tasting

You're invited to experience an extraordinary tour of the Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine Cellar. Discover one of the finest curated collections in North America. Plus, enjoy a seated tasting of three distinctive wines selected by our Resort sommelier.

Susanne hosting a wine tasting class for three women.

Forage with The Botanical Hiker

Join our Certified Herbalist & Naturalist for a nature hike to discover the edible and medicinal plants which can be found both throughout the region and your own backyard. She will share helpful hints for proper identification plus easy ways for preparing these plants at home.

Employee Earth Day Activity

A Night at the Cabaret

Spend the evening enjoying gifted singers, talented comedians and Grammy award-winning musician Hernan Romero, all playing in a night club setting with spacious, comfortable seating. Includes signature cocktails and wine plus your choice of sweet or savory fondue.

Group of people sitting at a table listening to entertainment at Crystal Cabaret.

Mindful Meditation

We invite you to slowly build more energetic and dynamic movements to align the body, mind and spirit. This practice involves intentionally focusing on the present moment—sensations, thoughts, and emotions - without judgment, ultimately leading to reduced stress and anxiety.

Qi qong

S’mores Around the Fire

Guests can enjoy friendly conversation under the stars while engaging in a classic, old-fashioned s'mores roast at our cozy fire pits located at either Grand Cascades Lodge or Minerals Hotel. This fun and interactive event is available year round for your group. 

Group of people sitting around a fire on the Fire & Water Terrace

Meet the Bee Keeper

The resort has become involved in many bee related initiatives to create awareness regarding issues that are plaguing bees. Our regularly scheduled beekeeper discusses fun facts about how a bee colony develops, how it makes honey and why bees are so important to the food chain. 

Beekeeper at Crystal Springs Resort

Hike the Appalachian Trail

The famous Appalachian Trail stretches nearly 2,200 miles across 14 states. Located just five miles from the resort, this iconic trail offers access to hikes ranging from beginner to strenuous, including the famous "Stairway to Heaven" with a view of the scenic Pinwheel Vista.

Appalachian Trail

Luau in The Biosphere

This unique venue will transport your team to an indoor tropical oasis featuring an underwater aquarium surrounded by lush foliage and stunning mountain views. Guests will be treated to a feast for the senses with an exciting luau menu plus music to create a festive atmosphere. 

NJ Wine & Food Fest After Party

Field Day

Prepare for an exciting day of friendly competition, physical challenges and fun - all in the great outdoors set against a scenic backdrop with stunning mountain views. Your team will enjoy relay races, tug-of-war, sack races, hula hoop contests, obstacle courses and more.

Corporate field day

Forest Bathing

Enjoy a guided walk with our resort naturalist while practicing sensory awareness such as scent, sight, sound and breath, which will quiet the mind and deepen connection with the inner self and the natural world. The walk culminates in a 10-minute guided meditation.

Three people practicing meditation in the forest

Sound Bowl Healing

Reduce stress and relax with this therapeutic approach that uses sound vibrations and frequencies to promote mental, emotional and physical well-being. Participants lie down while our practitioner plays the bowls, creating sound waves that promote mental clarity and energetic balance. 

Sound bowl healing

Goat Yoga

Come kid around during an hour long yoga class with our playful farm goats, followed by a half hour meet and greet with photo opps to get to know these fun animals even better. Class is held indoors for the winter season and moves outdoors in the spring, summer and autumn. 

Group Goat Yoga

Hiking with Goats

Hike with our friendly goats along the scenic 3-mile Nature Trail at Grand Cascades Lodge. Because they consider humans part of their herd, the goats feel safe and comfortable with your group, creating natural bonds and wonderful photo opportunities amid stunning mountain views.

Star Gazing with The Astronomer

Discover the wonders of the universe with our Resort astronomer. View amazing celestial targets with a high-powered telescope while hunting for orbiting satellites soaring overhead. An informed, casual discussion allows time for your questions to be explored. 

Wine Cellar Tour & Tasting

You're invited to experience an extraordinary tour of the Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine Cellar. Discover one of the finest curated collections in North America. Plus, enjoy a seated tasting of three distinctive wines selected by our Resort sommelier.

Forage with The Botanical Hiker

Join our Certified Herbalist & Naturalist for a nature hike to discover the edible and medicinal plants which can be found both throughout the region and your own backyard. She will share helpful hints for proper identification plus easy ways for preparing these plants at home.

A Night at the Cabaret

Spend the evening enjoying gifted singers, talented comedians and Grammy award-winning musician Hernan Romero, all playing in a night club setting with spacious, comfortable seating. Includes signature cocktails and wine plus your choice of sweet or savory fondue.

Mindful Meditation

We invite you to slowly build more energetic and dynamic movements to align the body, mind and spirit. This practice involves intentionally focusing on the present moment—sensations, thoughts, and emotions - without judgment, ultimately leading to reduced stress and anxiety.

S’mores Around the Fire

Guests can enjoy friendly conversation under the stars while engaging in a classic, old-fashioned s'mores roast at our cozy fire pits located at either Grand Cascades Lodge or Minerals Hotel. This fun and interactive event is available year round for your group. 

Meet the Bee Keeper

The resort has become involved in many bee related initiatives to create awareness regarding issues that are plaguing bees. Our regularly scheduled beekeeper discusses fun facts about how a bee colony develops, how it makes honey and why bees are so important to the food chain. 

Hike the Appalachian Trail

The famous Appalachian Trail stretches nearly 2,200 miles across 14 states. Located just five miles from the resort, this iconic trail offers access to hikes ranging from beginner to strenuous, including the famous "Stairway to Heaven" with a view of the scenic Pinwheel Vista.

Luau in The Biosphere

This unique venue will transport your team to an indoor tropical oasis featuring an underwater aquarium surrounded by lush foliage and stunning mountain views. Guests will be treated to a feast for the senses with an exciting luau menu plus music to create a festive atmosphere. 

Field Day

Prepare for an exciting day of friendly competition, physical challenges and fun - all in the great outdoors set against a scenic backdrop with stunning mountain views. Your team will enjoy relay races, tug-of-war, sack races, hula hoop contests, obstacle courses and more.

Forest Bathing

Enjoy a guided walk with our resort naturalist while practicing sensory awareness such as scent, sight, sound and breath, which will quiet the mind and deepen connection with the inner self and the natural world. The walk culminates in a 10-minute guided meditation.

Sound Bowl Healing

Reduce stress and relax with this therapeutic approach that uses sound vibrations and frequencies to promote mental, emotional and physical well-being. Participants lie down while our practitioner plays the bowls, creating sound waves that promote mental clarity and energetic balance. 

Goat Yoga

Come kid around during an hour long yoga class with our playful farm goats, followed by a half hour meet and greet with photo opps to get to know these fun animals even better. Class is held indoors for the winter season and moves outdoors in the spring, summer and autumn. 

Team building collage

Team Building

Crystal Springs Resort is home to the Northeast’s most comprehensive and innovative team building program to enhance your offsite retreat. Download our brochure for details on over 100 group activity and team building options.

Lodging & Amenities

Grand Cascades Lodge

Grand Cascades Lodge features dramatic Adirondack-style architecture and suites with stunning mountain vistas. Guests will love the glamorous Reflections Spa, tropical Biosphere and Vista 180° pool complexes, and much more.

Exterior View of Grand Cascades Lodge

Minerals Hotel

Minerals Hotel features cozy guest rooms with sweeping views of the surrounding Appalachian Valley. Guests will appreciate the serene Elements Spa, expansive Minerals Sports Club, and inviting indoor-outdoor pool complexes.

Aerial view of Minerals Hotel during summer.

The Grand Villa

The Grand Villa offers lavish accommodations perfect for wedding parties, and features a gourmet kitchen, two elegant living rooms and six spacious bedrooms—each with a private bath—for ultimate comfort and privacy. 

Living room at the Grand Villa

6 Golf Courses

As the Northeast’s leading golf destination, the lush fairways and pristine greens of Crystal Springs Resort are a golfers’ paradise. The resort’s six impressive courses wind through picturesque scenery and include the award-winning, links-style Ballyowen — rated #1 public course in NJ.

Ballyowen Golf Club at Crystal Springs Resort

2 Award Winning Spas

Crystal Springs is proud to feature a pair of award-winning spas. Reflections Spa and Elements Spa both provide the utmost in rejuvenating relaxation. Within these two unique settings, you’ll find an extensive selection of beauty treatments, massage therapies and high-end facilities. 

Reflections Spa foot soak room

3 Pool Complexes

The resort offers guests an array of refreshing pool options at its two stylish hotels. Enjoy the extraordinary indoor and outdoor pools at the tropical Biosphere, Minerals and Vista 180° complexes. Plus, guests have access to steam, sauna, hot tubs and cold plunge during their stay. 

Vista 180 Pool with sunset

Minerals Sports Club

Minerals Sports Club is the area's premier fitness, sports and social club. Guests have access to our wide range of offering including a state-of-the-art cardio and weight training center, yoga and fitness classes, expansive pool complexes, rock climbing wall, basketball court and more.

Minerals Sports Club gym

World Renowned Wine Cellar

As one of the premier wine cellars in North America and a Wine Spectator award winner since 2006, this architectural marvel encompasses nine interconnected chambers which house an extraordinary collection of essentials, rarities, astute selections and stunning values from around the world.

Two bottles of wine and one wine glass filled with red wine.

Grounds, Gardens & Nature Trails

The resort's ground keepers have worked diligently to support and beautify the property's exceptional landscaping. This includes our vegetable and herb plantings of the Chef’s Garden, the lush tropical plants found within the Biosphere Pool Complex, plus the on property nature trails. 

Three people hiking at Wild Turkey Nature Trail

And Much More

When it comes to extraordinary amenities at luxury hotels in New Jersey, none can beat the offerings at Crystal Springs Resort. Discover the Leadbetter Golf Academy, three driving ranges highlighted by the Black Bear Trackman facility, a natural grass putting course, croquet lawn and more. 

Natural grass putting green at Grand Cascades Lodge

Grand Cascades Lodge

Grand Cascades Lodge features dramatic Adirondack-style architecture and suites with stunning mountain vistas. Guests will love the glamorous Reflections Spa, tropical Biosphere and Vista 180° pool complexes, and much more.

Minerals Hotel

Minerals Hotel features cozy guest rooms with sweeping views of the surrounding Appalachian Valley. Guests will appreciate the serene Elements Spa, expansive Minerals Sports Club, and inviting indoor-outdoor pool complexes.

The Grand Villa

The Grand Villa offers lavish accommodations perfect for wedding parties, and features a gourmet kitchen, two elegant living rooms and six spacious bedrooms—each with a private bath—for ultimate comfort and privacy. 

6 Golf Courses

As the Northeast’s leading golf destination, the lush fairways and pristine greens of Crystal Springs Resort are a golfers’ paradise. The resort’s six impressive courses wind through picturesque scenery and include the award-winning, links-style Ballyowen — rated #1 public course in NJ.

2 Award Winning Spas

Crystal Springs is proud to feature a pair of award-winning spas. Reflections Spa and Elements Spa both provide the utmost in rejuvenating relaxation. Within these two unique settings, you’ll find an extensive selection of beauty treatments, massage therapies and high-end facilities. 

3 Pool Complexes

The resort offers guests an array of refreshing pool options at its two stylish hotels. Enjoy the extraordinary indoor and outdoor pools at the tropical Biosphere, Minerals and Vista 180° complexes. Plus, guests have access to steam, sauna, hot tubs and cold plunge during their stay. 

Minerals Sports Club

Minerals Sports Club is the area's premier fitness, sports and social club. Guests have access to our wide range of offering including a state-of-the-art cardio and weight training center, yoga and fitness classes, expansive pool complexes, rock climbing wall, basketball court and more.

World Renowned Wine Cellar

As one of the premier wine cellars in North America and a Wine Spectator award winner since 2006, this architectural marvel encompasses nine interconnected chambers which house an extraordinary collection of essentials, rarities, astute selections and stunning values from around the world.

Grounds, Gardens & Nature Trails

The resort's ground keepers have worked diligently to support and beautify the property's exceptional landscaping. This includes our vegetable and herb plantings of the Chef’s Garden, the lush tropical plants found within the Biosphere Pool Complex, plus the on property nature trails. 

And Much More

When it comes to extraordinary amenities at luxury hotels in New Jersey, none can beat the offerings at Crystal Springs Resort. Discover the Leadbetter Golf Academy, three driving ranges highlighted by the Black Bear Trackman facility, a natural grass putting course, croquet lawn and more. 

Overview of the Solar Field that powers Crystal Springs Resort in NJ

Sustainability

If hosting your event at an eco-friendly destination is a priority, then consider that Crystal Springs is the Northeast's largest solar-powered resort, generating 3.5 megawatts annually—exceeding the combined consumption of its 2 hotels. We also source over 200 locally menu ingredients, implement kitchen waste reduction programs and partner with the New Jersey Audubon Society to protect pollinator habitats. Join our efforts with a sustainability-minded team building activity—such as Solar Farm Education, Bee Hive Box Build, or a Food Preservation Workshops—engage your group while supporting environmental stewardship.

Group Inquiries

 Please fill out the form below or call 844.993.9673 to speak with a team member to receive a quote on your event.