Solid Equinox location with an amazing staff led by Seth. The staff keeps the gym spotless and the trainers are incredibly helpful. Ask for Stan or Hakim if you want an amazing workout.

One of the older Equinox locations but had all the equipment you would need for a good workout. Plenty of cardio machines, weights, etc. Gym is spread on two floors. Entrance is on second floor which has a small retail location, a snack bar, and the locker rooms. Has two fitness studios and a spinning studio as well

Equinoxs po boy. Noisy, too warm, antagonistic management with rapid turnover. I suggest you go somewhere else, like I do now.

Gym itself is fine although the locker room is super tight.The real issue is with the self-entitled manager. Ive been to numerous locations throughout the city (Hudson Yards, 63rd, 74th, 54th, etc) with my compact electric scooter and never had a problem. Now all of a sudden, the manager at 85th has a problem with it and let me in just this once. If you have issues with being in front of customers, then rethink your line of work. I would have just left for another location if I hadnt already booked a massage at this one. Not worth it when there are far better clubs around this location (74th & 63rd).

Even though I’m closer to the location on 61st I belong to this one. They’re friendly, learn your name, and just make you feel welcome and for me, that’s worth going a bit out of my way for.

Trainers need to be educated better about the safety. Coach CAN NOT jump under the bar to grab 2,5 lb plate when you are trying to squat 200 lbs!!! Its common sense.Coaches cannot not take 6 machines at once and hold it for over an hour with the student. And make you bring the bar from another floor. Guess what, I did not have to bring it back because people on my floor already formed a line to use my (brought by me from another floor) 33 lbs bar.

This was my first visit to any Equinox location and I was duly impressed. Workout facilities are pretty standard; lots of basic machines and equipment. A variety of classes are available for those who prefer group fitness. What impressed me was the locker room, which is large and beautifully finished and feels as if youre in a spa. Helpful staff members are scattered throughout. A gorgeous gym. Definitely worth a visit for those looking to splurge.

First time at this location, great intense workout but then not even 5 min into my relaxing? steam the locker room attendant opened the door and let out all the steam. It was two hours before closing. I was so thrown by trying to explain to him the steam room should be umm steamy that I left in agitation as another patron and staff member concurred steam was okay...makes me wonder how tranquil their spa is at this location.

Best workout ever! Quick, fast and fun.The people are amazing.The Studio is stunning beautiful,Im grateful that this is a good design for the gym and studio.

This is the best gym Ive ever joined. Ive been going here for a while now and it has everything I want in a gym and more! Very friendly staff, great customer service, excellent equipment, great classes, amazing environment... it really is the best.

Very neat and facility with everything you would look for in a neighborhood gym. Not inexpensive but you definitely get what you pay for.

Pro is the so-called luxurious amenities if you buy that idea. Otherwise, this particular place seems dis-organised. Often delayed response from the managers/sales and coordination is quite sub-par. Not sure its up to the buzz.

Worst equinox in terms of amenities. You need to bring your own locker!! Are u kidding?Shower booth is a tiny box that doesnt even have one platform to put ur stuff. Whaaaat

5 star gym compared to other gyms but compared to other Equinoxes Ill only give it 4 since it lacks a pool and weight space is a bit cluttered over 2 floors. Still a beautiful gym.

Unhealthy culture. I was assaulted and harassed by another member to a complete silence of the staff. In fact , the staff acquiesced to the abhorrent behavior of a young man who threw air punches at me, insulted verbally and invaded my personal space. That member did not lose his membership while I had to cancel mine as I felt threatened and unsafe in Equinox.

Great staff, amazing gym, and the sauna is the best in the world !!!!

Hands down the worst McDonalds I’ve been at. It feels like its everybodys first day at work here. 0 customer service, the employees dont know basic McDonalds amenities. Mixed up order. Cold fries. No habla Ingles. Im sorry Im just super pissed about this place now.

Horrible and rude management. Im a regular at another location, but never had managers anywhere talk to me in such condescending manner.

Good location but would like if they added digital locks in lockeroom + integrated tvs on the treadmills

Gym is overheated and has equipment which is often broken( causing injuries). Treadmills are wobbly and angled to the left or right. Some weight equipment has been removed in exchange for empty space. Members complain about these issues all the time and nothing gets done. A lot of lip service and no action. A luxury gym it is not.And... With the influx of David Barton members ( as the gym shut down) , this Equinox gym will only get worse.

This is the best upper east side, I cannot think of anything bad to say about the Equinox 85 Street.The staff is very attentive, the gym is super clean and all the equipment are up-to-date i have never had a complaint about this location i love it

Very nice location, a little expensive but worth it if you are going to go regularly. No pool...but there is one at a nearby location. Clean, friendly. Nice place.

Ive been going to this gym for 6 years now (since early 2011) and I think its a great gym and superior to others in the area. Never been to other luxury gyms that are more in line with Equinox so cant say how it compares to them but compared to ones like NYSC and etc., those dont compare. Compared to the other average gyms, its definitely way nicer, not anywhere as packed and has great amenities.In terms of other negative comments I see here, in terms of those that say its packed, A) Its much better than other gyms and B) if you go during peak times (Mon-Fri ~630AM-930AM; 5PM-8PM; Sat-Sun 9AM-mid/late afternoon) it will be relatively packed but so is any other gym. I generally plan around peak times and when I do, there will be times where theres only a handful of people on each floor.To that other womans comment about equipment constantly being broken leading to injury and etc., thats completely ridiculous. In the 6 years Ive been going there, Ive never experienced issues even close to this. There have been a few times where Ive seen treadmills or stepmasters, and etc. out of order, but Equinox puts signs up on the machines so people dont use them.The only reason I give 4 and not 5 stars is in comparison to some other Equinox clubs like the one the one on 75th (or so) and 2nd Ave. which is even nicer and has some more amenities. Otherwise its great.UPDATED COMMENT: 2 or 3 weeks ago I used a shower after a workout and the drain wasnt draining at a standard rate so there was a little layer of water backed up. Forgot to mention it to anyone, but remembered the next day when I was at the gym. After my workout, I emailed the maintenance person and then hopped in the steam shower for 10-15 minutes. When I got out of the steam shower, there were already maintenance people checking out the shower and trying to fix it (if there was still issue). Talk about great response time.

I took a Zumba class here and had a really fun time dancing with New Yorkers. Even the membership advisor was super cool to have a converstion with. I was staying with a friend in the area so I wanted to check out this club. I would highly recommend doing so and trying out a fun Zumba class and boogie away.

This is quite a nice Equinox location in the Upper East Side. Compared with all the other gyms in the vicinity, Equinox is by far the best. The particular location is located right on 85th Street and 3rd Ave. Hidden within the residential area, youre pretty much going to the gym if you live in the area. Nonetheless, it is new, and is a top notch facility.If you want to compare apples to apples, and Equinox to Equinox, this UES club is better than half the ones in Midtown. First of all, it is spacious. Stretched out over 4 floors, there is plenty of room for you to work out. The 1st Floor isnt really much. There is a couch there, and its sole purpose is to check you into the gym. Once you walk up to the 2nd floor, youll find the Shop, juice bar, another check-in area, membership services, and of course the locker rooms and spa. As far as the locker rooms are concerned, theyre pretty big. There are 9 shower stalls, a steam room, and more lockers that I can even count. Like all Equinox locations, Kiehls products are there for you to use.For working out, youll be spending your time on the 3rd and 4th floors. The 3rd floor is where the yoga and spinning studios are. Theres also a nice little TRX section next to the stretching area, which is always a big plus. For both floors, youll find that the cardio machines are in the middle of the floor, while the weights and machines are kind of scattered around the cardio machines. Although there isnt a plethora of machines, there are enough to go around to the point where you never really have to wait to use something. Lastly, youll find the dance/cardio room on the 4th floor.This Equinox location is incredible. Its clean, not too crowded, and beats out all the other gyms in the area. Sure it might be a little more expensive than David Barton and all the other spots, but you get what you pay for.

Cool place to get a workout and cute workout gear!!!

They never clean the yoga mats, to the point you can see the people’s skin that was exfoliated off to the mat. Not worth the high membership price.

Great facility!

Horrible management but the instructors are great

Bit crowded compared to other Equinox gyms.

It ok