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    Perspire Sauna Studio - Lakeview

    4.4 (20 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Laura M.

    My first infrared sauna experience was fantastic! I've been wanting to come here since it opened, and I'm so glad I did. I've read about the benefits of regular sauna use, especially infrared, and had been interested in trying it. The studio features 9 private sauna rooms, and my room was perfectly clean and came with towels to use during the session and a eucalyptus towel for afterward. Perspire uses infrared to generate the heat and can range from 130 to 170 degrees F! As a newbie, I didn't venture above 135, but that was plenty for me for my first go. By the end of my 40 minutes, I broke quite a sweat. You can also do light therapy during the session too and can pick which color you'd like to have. In addition, the room has a TV, which could be used to watch meditation videos (or Netflix too, if that's what you wanted!). The pricing was what I expected for a boutique sauna such as this. Your first session is discounted, and for 1 session beyond that, it's $49. There are membership packages that go up to $199/month for unlimited use. The staff was very friendly, and I look forward to coming back!

    Chavalier N.

    The mini-spa session I didn't know I needed. When I walked in was greeted as if they knew me already. The receptionist even annunciated my name properly! It's not hard but also it can be if you don't try. They had me at hello literally . Let's get into the private sauna suite. Not only did I love the fact that it's private I LOVED that it was private!! They have water bottles for you to purchase. Ofc I received a filled bottled which was really awesome. If you want a refill you can grab it! They have a built in water hub; seen in pictures. 40mins is the maximum for using a suana! Do not go overboard + they won't let you. I do appreciate the care about our health bc I was uneducated. Most gyms it's not private and they just let you do what you want. I appreciate the care for my personal health care. The suite comes with a tv! I expeditiously switched to Netflix when I saw the button . I was able to catch up on my current Netflix series (The Last Airbender) while I relaxed and that was a ++++ for me. They do have complimentary towels & other suites that come with a shower to rinse off right after! When signing up they ask what are the benefits you're looking for customization and I appreciate that. Overall 20/10 would definitely recommend Follow me @damnthosesteaktacos on IG & TikTok to see more!

    Ashley C.

    The staff was excellent at giving me an introduction to how everything works + a tour. They were very friendly, the space was clean, and I didn't feel pressured to become a member.

    Jennifer L.

    LOVE this place! The saunas are all wonderful, clean and her perfect escape for 40 minutes. Definitely check this place out you will not be disappointed!

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    The entire staff is amazing, the facilities are SO clean and the private sauna rooms are so relaxing.

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    Chicago Sweatlodge - Pierogi, beer

    Chicago Sweatlodge

    4.4(105 reviews)
    5.3 miPortage Park
    $$

    I have been a frequent patron of this spot for over fifteen years. For most of that time , I would…read morehave described this banya as heaven on earth. However, new ownership seems intent on slowly ruining this treasured institution. When I heard that the owner of Red Square had taken the Sweatlodge over, I braced myself. I no longer patronize that place due to experiencing a rapid decline in the quality of service and facilities. It turns out my apprehension was valid. In short order, Sweatlodge started going downhill ... - The satellite radio was the first to go. No more chill blues or jazz, but a local radio station that plays obnoxious commercials half of the time. - The wood in the saunas was replaced with much cheaper material. No more pleasant smell of cedar when you walk in. Also, there are exposed screw heads throughout the benches of the dry sauna, which have burnt me numerous times. - The zero gravity chairs that were perfect for a nap have been replaced with uncomfortable wooden chairs. Word is that the owner grew tired of fixing them. But somehow this wasn't an issue for the nearly 20 years they had previously been there. - The ice machine was taken out, and the water tank replaced with a fountain that is often lukewarm. - The sand filtering in the cold plunge was replaced with chlorine. The pool is often much warmer than it should be, especially in warm months. - The food portions are much smaller while meals grow more expensive. For example, I got the chicken soup most of my visits for a decade and a half. It was the best in the city. Now, it is a medium bowl of thin broth. featuring an anemic chicken leg and thigh with a few slices of carrot and potato thrown in - for $17. It was previously served with a small, fresh baked loaf of bread. Not anymore. - The cafe hours have been limited to save on payroll. It doesn't open until well into the afternoon. - Last time I was there, a sign proclaimed that you could request only one extra towel. (This was a classic Red Square tactic. Nickel and dime bullshit.) - 10% service charge added to all services. - One of the TVs had disappeared from the wall last time I visited. All of this while the admission price steadily climbs. I have still visited, but much less often than I used to. An unpleasant surprise has awaited me every time. I will probably pop in once in a while, as the heat is still good, and the plunge still satisfies (when it is cold). The staff is friendly and competent. This is the only reason for my second star. However, I am sure it won't be long before the penny pinching results in an underwhelming experience I refuse to pay for. Many men have been patronizing this joint for even longer than I have, but I would would imagine that they have their limits and will begin to drop off as well if this continues. Really disappointing and a true shame that new owner is ruining this magical place.

    Such a nice experience. Didn't try the food, but the ability to casually sip a beer is nice. Lots…read moreof folks that clearly know each other, but it's not awkward. Small, simple, clean and friendly.

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    Chicago Sweatlodge - Chicken Kebab + Provolone - Sweatlodge is pure class .. love this place

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    Chicken Kebab + Provolone - Sweatlodge is pure class .. love this place

    King Spa & Sauna - The Entrance

    King Spa & Sauna

    3.8(1.4k reviews)
    9.7 mi
    $$$

    Amazing day here! I bought some groupon's for my niece's birthday. We had a blast! I took my…read moremom, my sister and my niece. When we walked in they gave us a pink shirt and shorts. We did to want to do the nude portion of the spa. We spent four hours at King Spa. WE checked out all the rooms plus the ICE room. It was so relaxing and I did fall asleep a few times. Upstairs they have the Meditation rooms . Those rooms are the Oxygenated room and an infra red room. On the first floor they have a theater room, a salt room, a gold room, a sun room, a charcoal room, other rooms and a cafeteria area. You can also pay for a massage. Most of the massages were 60 minutes for 120$. I will definitely go back and take my husband there on a date. Love it!

    First: do NOT eat there. The food is just meh. And it's expensive…read more Second: For the spa, it's nice and worth the price if you get a GroupOn, which they seem to regularly offer. When we went on a weekday night, it wasn't crowded, so it was good. The rooms are interesting and generally relaxing. The spa services are expensive. Like the foot reflexology is more than double the places I've been. My friend did really enjoy her scrub, so if you get a service, they are good. Look, I think it's important to pay people a good wage and I value spa services, but these just seemed high.

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    Ocher room The perfect temperature heated floor to lay and relax

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    AIRE Ancient Baths - Chicago - -

    AIRE Ancient Baths - Chicago

    4.0(699 reviews)
    3.2 miRiver West, Noble Square, West Town
    $$$

    You'll love AIRE if you want a relaxing place to soothe your mind, body, and senses. The location…read moreis near the West Loop, and has valet parking, but you could find street parking nearby. There are a variety of services to choose from, but the various baths of different temperatures and salt engage the senses like no other. It's co-ed, and you can move between baths at your leisure. There's even a semi-outdoor waterfall bath. The variety is wonderful. There's a salt shower area that you could rub salt on yourself which feels wonderful. I really enjoyed the sauna which had an aromatherapy component to it and a cold plunge inside. I didn't think I could do it, but the hot temps made it easier to get into the cold water. Service here is splendid, and reservations need to be made so that over-crowding doesn't happen. This makes the experience of coming here much more enjoyable. You can really unwind, relax, and come out of this feeling refreshed.

    Not so bad... Pretty Chic. I like it…read more They take you back. Guys and girl separate. You each have your own locker rooms. They give you direction and off you go. There is staff around so if you have any questions, that can be answered. The locker rooms are clean. There are a couple private changing rooms and, of course, cuz it is separate from the men, you can choose to change in the open. You change into your bathing suit and they provide a robe. Within this locker room, there are showers available and there is also an area provided to get ready AFTER the services are complete. It has hair dryers and spray deodorant and I think lotions. They do provide "wet slippers". They fit like no show socks so there's no need for any kind of flip flop type shoe to protect your feet. I have no review for the men's locker room cuz... Well. I'm not a man. BUT my husband had no complaints. When ready, you meet your partner and go to the "bath" area. They have all kinds of hot tubs and steams rooms and cold plunges and just yeah. It's pretty cool. You hang your robe and in you go. There is also a juice bar and the juices are delicious. Again, there is plenty of staff to assist with any questions you may have. If you booked a massage, and, of course, why not? They will let you know when it's time. You go upstairs and get the best massage of your life. I had a female masseuse and my husband had a male one. Once done, back into the locker room to get ready for the rest of your day/evening. It was a pleasant experience. It was also quite pricey. This was gifted to me and my man. Not sure if we would have extra funds to splurge within our own budget. This is downtown Chicago. Parking is NOT provided. Although they do offer valet.

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    Piva Beer Spa - Sauna

    Piva Beer Spa

    4.7(55 reviews)
    3.0 miNoble Square, West Town

    When I first heard about this I was very skeptical -- why would you want to soak in beer (my mind…read moreimmediately went to skunked miller-lite)? Reading about it, it became clear that is was a beer-like solution, and closer to a hop-scented herbal bath. Ok that definitely sounded better. There are also other spa amenities, and it's just you and the people you came with in each room/treatment area. So I came here with my wife, and it turned out to be the perfect relaxing, fun (and slightly gimmicky) activity between a morning of site-seeing/walking around Chicago, and an evening dinner/show. We did the silver package. Arrived a few minutes early and changed into robes/slippers (minor nitpick #1: my sandals were comically small for me, it would be nice to have bigger ones to choose from) then headed to the salt room. The room itself is very relaxing, even with periodic subway rumbling. (Minor nitpick #2: we both wished the bottom of the chairs were more padded). After a trip to the Sauna (we did not last long) and the steam room (which had a cold shower inside that was extremely nice to cool down) we headed downstairs for the soak (with fresh drinks and a snack platter). The soak was very relaxing and gave your skin a light hoppy/floral scent. Everything seemed clean and well-organized. Definitely would recommend for a unique couples' spa package.

    I came here in July for My Birthday. I kept seeing this deal on Groupon and wanted to try this…read moreplace out. FYI Meter Street Parking is available. I had the most amazing time here. I was super early for my appointment so I waited in the waiting area. I was greeted with a warm welcome and was offered water and a chill glass of Prosecco Wine. The atmosphere is so calm and relaxing the moment I walked in the door. The serenity and peace was just what I needed to kick off my birthday. I started off with the halotherapy, followed by sitting in the sauna to sweat out all the toxics, after the steam room. The steam room is where my mind and body connected with pure joy. After it was time for my beer spa, when I walked inside the room. I was in an awe moment of a surprise. The room was beautifully lit with candles, there was a chalk board with a happy birthday message. Along with a small charcuterie board and more wine and water. It was such a luxurious and beautiful experience. This was one of my favorite places to come celebrating my birthday. I will absolutely come back to enjoy another Self Care Day. Great place to unwind, release stress and detox your mind body and soul.

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    Steamworks - Broken designer bag

    Steamworks

    3.1(143 reviews)
    0.3 miLakeview

    Very well maintained facilities. The staff are constantly cleaning and sterilizing. The wet sauna…read moreand hot tub are large and meandering, with nooks for intimate connections. There are also open shower rooms (like gym showers) next to the sauna and on the third floor by the gym. There's a dry sauna by the gym as well. The rented rooms are well maintained, with mirrored walls, flat screen tv (with porn channels) a lock safe and bed ideal for sweaty activity. I especially appreciate the water fountains with mouthwash fountains as well. The facility is three floors, with dark rooms containing swings, slings, glory holes, and play areas. You have the option to rent a locker for your clothes and belongings, or rooms which have lock safes inside under the bed. Great variety of guys every time I'm there. Keep in mind that when there are themed events there is often a line to get in, stretching outside and down the street. But it's a fun place to get naked and enjoy yourself. Also, you cannot bring any bags or backpacks in--only nap sacks with essentials like a change of clothes and flip flops. Your bag will be inspected before entry. No drugs or drug paraphernalia are permitted. If you bring video head cleaner, it will be tested before entry.

    About this place....I encountered a lot of older guys being pushy and forward. Some can't take…read morerejection so they can be hostile. I went in the morning and found that the guys were pooping in the pool, which can make you sick. At some point, the cleaning guy seemed to try to entice me into a room, which was weird - i felt like he was hawking me. should be working and not trying to get it on anyways i wasn't interested. Just a weird experience there. Personally, I wouldn't recommend.

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    Steamworks - Event promoted but club didnt honor ...so watch out

    Event promoted but club didnt honor ...so watch out

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