Ten cycling facilities in Chicago made this list, with ratings ranging from 3.9 to 5.0 stars. These venues include athletic clubs, specialized cycle centers, indoor cycling studios, gyms, rental services, and a bike polo organization.
Rankings are determined by multiplying the venue rating by the log of the review count, with no paid placements.
1. Midtown Athletic Club
Located at 2444 N Elston Ave, this facility holds a 4.3 rating from 884 reviews. Visitors have noted that the coffee and pastries are a very good deal for the quality, describing the aroma of roasted beans as pleasant and the stop as worthwhile.
2. East Bank Club
East Bank Club is situated at 500 N Kingsbury St in Chicago and maintains a 4.2 rating based on 418 reviews.
3. Life Time
With a 3.9 rating from 339 reviews, this 15 W Chicago Ave location is praised for its nice staff and great classes. Reviewers mention that equipment is plenty, though the facility can get busy during weekday rushes around 7a.
4. HUB312 – McDonald’s Cycle Center
This center at 239 E Randolph St has a 4.8 rating from 82 reviews. Customers recommend them for tire repairs, citing reasonable prices and friendly staff who provided a new layer of lube for the spring season.
5. SoulCycle LOOP
SoulCycle LOOP is located at 111 W Wacker Dr and holds a 4.4 rating based on 116 reviews.
6. HOTWORX – Chicago, IL – River North
This gym at 676 N La Salle Dr Suite 2 has a 4.8 rating from 62 reviews. Members describe it as a favorite place to work out, noting that Glenda, Monica, and the staff are amazing and accommodating.
7. Chicago Strength Logan Square
Located at 2080 N Milwaukee Ave, this facility has a 4.8 rating from 55 reviews. It is described as a clean and welcoming space with knowledgeable coaches, awesome programming, and a lot of great equipment.
8. CYCLEBAR
CYCLEBAR, found at 720 N La Salle Dr, holds a 4.6 rating from 54 reviews. Reviews highlight the supportive and encouraging nature of Abby and her team, as well as fun classes that provide a great sweat.
9. Wheel Fun Rentals | Humboldt Park
This rental service is located next to Boathouse Café at 1301 N Humboldt Dr. It has a 4.1 rating from 32 reviews, though one customer felt the 30$ hourly price for a swan boat was too high for the small lake.
10. Chicago Bike Polo
Based at 100 S Central Pk Blvd, this organization has a 5.0 rating from 5 reviews. They host sessions on Wednesday nights and Sundays, and they also hold a ladies night.
How we ranked these
Our rankings are based on a calculation of rating and review volume. For more details, see our methodology.