Contrast Hot + Cold
📍 738 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60642
Services: Cold Plunge, Infrared Sauna, Traditional Sauna
Amenities & Features
About
Cold Plunge & Sauna
This spa offers Chicago's first communal hot and cold therapy studio, providing an effective contrast therapy experience. The venue features several large infrared saunas and dedicated cold plunge tubs in its main community space. Spa-goers frequently highlight the quality of the sauna and cold plunge, noting the sauna is perfectly relaxing and the cold plunge is super refreshing. The infrared saunas are also noted to include red light therapy. Guests can choose between the open community area or private rooms equipped with 1-2 person infrared saunas and cold plunges for a more personal session. The contrast therapy is praised for its recovery benefits, helping with inflammation, muscle soreness, and overall performance for athletes and those with physical soreness.
Atmosphere
The facility is described as absolutely beautiful, well-designed, and having a great vibe. The main community space allows guests a chance to meet new people, which contributes to the positive and social atmosphere. The overall environment is considered perfect for recovery and relaxation.
Staff
The staff is consistently noted as friendly, knowledgeable, supportive, and welcoming. Specific owners and team members, including Braxton, Doug, and Brad, are mentioned by name for being helpful, coaching guests through best practices, and ensuring visitors get the most out of each session.
Additional Amenities
The primary amenities focus on the contrast therapy experience. The spa provides all necessary items for timing sauna and cold plunge intervals. The infrared saunas incorporate red light therapy, which guests find awesome.