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Crystal Springs: At the Forefront of Family Fun

If you’re dreaming of trading in busy sidewalks for scavenger hunts, wine tastings, hiking, golfing, fishing, and other activities, as well as delectable dining options, two world-class spas, and two lodging options, Crystal Springs is the closet to Manhattan laidback yet quietly luxurious resort overlooking the Kittatinny Mountain Range in Hamburg, New Jersey.

 

From the deluxe and suite style accommodations in Cascades Lodge to the family style spaces at Minerals Lodge, Crystal Springs is ideal for couples, girlfriend getaways and families. They also host retreats, weddings, seasonal events and more.

 

When answering the call to rest and restore, Crystal Springs will help melt away any physical or mental tension the body may be harboring from those city days. With two award-winning spas on the premises guests can enjoy enhanced relaxation experiences. Reflections Spa offers a range of serene services including the “Wine Cellar” treatment, which utilizes wine and grapeseed extracts paired with products and techniques downloaded from ancient disciplines and faraway lands. The highly trained massage therapists are consistently praised for their deep commitment to personalizing services to exceed clients’ expectations and personal needs, and the services don’t end there. Complimentary post service amenities include a restorative foot soak, use of the therapeutic steam showers and access to the biosphere pool complex.  Each treatment is finished with pink champagne and specialty chocolates.

 

Ranked the #1 Spa of New Jersey, Elements Spa, located in the Minerals Hotel, is known as one of the best 30 spas in the country.  This tranquil oasis will nourish the mind, body and soul through skin therapies and beauty treatments tailored specifically to transport you to your own personal Nirvana.

 

For those looking for a more active getaway, New York City’s closest resort also offers six state-of-the-art golf courses. Dubbed the Northeast’s leading golf destination, Crystal Springs’ stunning championship-caliber courses cut through the jaw dropping scenery of the Appalachian Mountains and were influenced by industry heavy hitters including Robert von Hagge and Roger Rulewhich. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer, or just beginning to swing easy, the pro-worthy grounds can be enjoyed just the same. The Zagat-rated Black Bear continues to be one of the most popular courses, as is the award-winning, Celtic-links-style Ballyowen course which is rated the #1 public golf course in the state.

 

With three indoor and outdoor pool options including the Biosphere Pool Complex at Grand Cascades Lodge which features a fish tank, water slide and poolside bar, Crystal Springs takes everything to a whole other level of fun. You can even go for a pre-dinner swim while watching a movie on their big screen.

 

Offering seasonal activities for the whole family, Crystal Springs will make you feel like a kid back at camp – a very upscale camp with gourmet dining options and spacious accommodations. Whether you spend the day enjoying seasonal activities ranging from archery and rock climbing to horseback riding and painting class, or pampering yourself with luxurious spa services, the only way to end the day is by enjoying a special meal at of their 12 dining options. Their latest contemporary restaurant, Latour, offers contemporary cuisine which is fueled from local ingredients and a passion from the onsite foraging team. This restaurant also offers the only all foraged botanical bar programs in the country. Their Crystal Tavern serves all day dining in a comfortable setting while The Wine Cellar offers a unique culinary experience housing one of the world’s finest wine collections.

 

The resort’s various venues and stunning scenery makes Crystal Springs the premier choice to reenergize any group seeking a personalized offsite gathering. From a small intimate retreat to a seminar, they have just the amenities and activities for an energizing group getaway. In addition to business events, Crystal Springs is also the perfect place to say ‘I do’ to as a wedding venue for those in search of gorgeous backdrop, in-house catering and the possibility of a weekend long celebration that offers a post-wedding brunch.

 

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