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The Ridge

300 North Maple Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ, USA, 07920
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About us

Welcome to The Ridge – Verizon’s Premier Executive Conference Center Ideally situated in the heart of Basking Ridge, The Ridge offers 173 spacious and well-appointed guest rooms, including 13 beautifully designed suites, and over 20,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space—ensuring a warm and comfortable stay for every visitor. As Verizon’s exclusive private Executive Conference Center, The Ridge is designed to inspire strategic thinking, challenge conventional approaches, and foster innovative solutions that drive growth and transformation. Nestled within a private, gated community, the venue offers a secure and serene environment with 24/7 security, complimentary garage and open parking, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the facility. Guests enjoy the convenience of a world-class restaurant and bar on premises, perfectly complementing their stay with exceptional cuisine and a refined atmosphere. Our facility is ADA compliant and proudly operates as a non-smoking environment, ensuring comfort and accessibility for all guests. The Ridge functions as a full-service hotel on most days, with a professional and discreet staff dedicated to delivering exceptional service. Our best-in-class audio-visual capabilities and inclusive pricing make planning seamless and elevate your meetings to a new standard of excellence.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1995
Renovated2016
Total meeting space20,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms171
Venue typeHotel

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Internet access
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • All inclusive
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Feb 2, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Shoulder season
Jan 01 - Dec 31
Low season

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
20,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,664 sq. ft.
Space (private)
17,500 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
29
Second largest room
2,166 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
4,664 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
2,500 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
2,000 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
4,664 sq. ft.
53 x 88 sq. ft.
16 ft.
300
66
30
-
500
262
-
27
84
2,166 sq. ft.
38 x 57 sq. ft.
14 ft.
220
69
150
-
220
130
26
-
48
2,100 sq. ft.
50 x 42 sq. ft.
12 ft.
140
28
140
120
-
94
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1,000 sq. ft.
25 x 40 sq. ft.
12 ft.
84
32
60
-
84
49
28
-
30
1,408 sq. ft.
32 x 44 sq. ft.
12 ft.
128
46
90
-
128
84
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32
1,408 sq. ft.
32 x 44 sq. ft.
12 ft.
128
36
90
-
128
72
30
-
32
819 sq. ft.
21 x 39 sq. ft.
12 ft.
63
30
50
-
63
30
26
-
24
990 sq. ft.
38 x 28 sq. ft.
9 ft.
80
20
-
60
80
36
20
30
24
750 sq. ft.
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12 ft.---------

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
171
Single (1 bed)
111
Single (1 bed) rate
$320.00 - $350.00
Double (2 beds)
60
Double (2 beds) rate
$400.00 - $420.00
Suites
15
Tax rate
6.625%
Occupancy rate
8%

Location

Getting Here

General directions Take Exit 30A (North Maple Ave) off I-287, then take first right beyond underpass. Continue straight. Parking lot is on the right. From Newark Airport Take 78 West to 24 West to 287 South, then follow general directions. From New York City and Long Island George Washington Bridge - Take 80 West to 287 South, then follow general directions. From West Jersey and Pennsylvania Take 78 East to 287 North, then follow general directions. From South Jersey Take Garden State Parkway North to Exit 127 and travel north on 287, then follow general directions. From North Jersey Take 80 West to 287 South, then follow general directions.
Distance from airport 25 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Bus parking

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Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

Non-Smoking Facilities No pets except - Service animals

Cancellation Policy

24 - hr cancellation

Additional details

Audio Visual Services Complimentary guest Wi-Fi 5-G connectivity All rooms powered by Cisco Tele-Presence Video Codecs: Allowing seamless connections to Web-Ex, Zoom, and various hybrid virtual events. Wall mounted dual monitors in all small meeting / breakout rooms (Providing a more immersive hybrid event experience). Larger rooms have large 16:9 Format HD LED walls. All Breakout and Studio rooms are sound reinforcement with built in ceiling microphones and speakers Various ancillary microphones are available based on conference needs. (Ex. Lavalier, Handheld, Push to Talk Microphones, Catch Box)

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The Ridge Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Ridge's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does The Ridge have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Ridge and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Ridge's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Ridge developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does The Ridge clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
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