Bucktown Fitness Club - Chicago (IL)

5 /5 Sam K: Old school gym with relaxed, ex-bodybuilder owners. Client base skews young and male, but it’s a respectful environment for all types of people and all fitness levels. The equipment is older but well-maintained and carefully curated. The gym is also very clean; I’ve never experienced a hygiene issue. I’d say that if you know what you’re doing, are self-motivated, and live nearby, it’d be hard to do better than this gym, especially in the area. Just don’t expect fancy amenities: there are just weights, machines, barbells, accessories, and cardio machines.

4 /5 Carlos Nunez: This was a good place to work out. If youre staying at The Robey, its one the best hotel gyms Ive ever worked out at, no question. Powerlifters might find the gym busy and limiting. The three oly deadlift pads they have are great, but they dont have very many rubber plates, and theres a big sign telling you not to drop your bars anyway. Like most gyms, they also dont have plates under 2.5 lbs (which I found hard to find). That said, this is a fantastic option if you need to get a heavy workout in while youre traveling, no question. Ill work out here again when I stay here.

2 /5 Hailey Brown: The gym has an old-school vibe with plenty of equipment, but the place felt cramped, and I had to wait around 20 minutes just to get on a squat rack. Some of the machines seemed outdated, and a few were out of order, which was frustrating. The staff was friendly enough, but not particularly attentive or helpful. For the price, I expected a better-maintained facility and more available equipment. Might be okay for some, but I dont think Ill be returning.​

1 /5 W Anderson: You would think a popular, high rated gym in the middle of Chicago would have a single functioning treadmill, or at least give your money back when they don’t. This place is a scam.

5 /5 lance pierce: Bucktown Fitness Club offers a no-nonsense gym experience, providing a comprehensive array of equipment essential for a satisfying workout. While the equipment may show its age, it remains impeccably functional. With a reasonable $10 day pass fee, the club spans two floors, with the second floor housing a majority of the cardio machines. The staffs exceptional kindness and assistance make this establishment my preferred choice whenever I return to town.