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Nail salons in Ballarat

We list 21 nail salons across Ballarat, most start between $16.50 and $75, and all of them are appointment-only.

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Nail salons in Ballarat, at a glance

The main decision is what you want on your nails: a simple polish or gel, structured gel (BIAB) for strength, or acrylic extensions for length. They wear differently, cost differently, and come off differently.

Most start between
$16.50–$75
Open past 7pm
12 of 21

What to look for

  • BIAB suits people who want strength without extensions and are happy to come back for infills.
  • Acrylics give length but need more upkeep and careful removal.
  • Detailed art is charged per nail or per set β€” confirm before the file comes out.
  • For a group, book well ahead and check how many technicians work at once.

How much does a manicure cost in Australia? Half of what Australian businesses publish sits between $35 and $75.

21 places in and around Ballarat

Ordered by how well each one fits a typical nail salon request here β€” not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.

Ruby Nail And Spa Beauty

Ballarat CentralMid-range5.0(204)

Nail salon Β· Friendly Β· Beginner friendly

98 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • 10 reviews mention nails
  • Right here from Ballarat β€” about a 2 minute walk
β€œGreat service and very friendly i love coming in and getting my nails done thanks for the lovely gift you guys gave us this morning we still cant believe how lucky we are”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 10 reviews

POSE NAILS πŸ’… & BEAUTY

Bakery Hill876 mMid-range4.9(47)

Nail salon Β· Friendly Β· Relaxed

98 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • 15 reviews mention nails
  • 876 m from Ballarat β€” about a 11 minute walk
β€œGreat service, sns nails.”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 15 reviews

Fionne's Nails & Foot Spa

Ballarat Central401 mMid-range4.8(38)

Nail salon

95 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • 6 reviews mention nails
  • 401 m from Ballarat β€” about a 5 minute walk
β€œIt’s hard to fit their opening hours around my uni schedule but the staff are always friendly and non judgmental (I often bite or pick at my nails).”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 6 reviews

LV Garth Nails and beauty

Ballarat Central742 mMid-range4.4(59)

Nail salon Β· Friendly Β· In & out

95 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • 12 reviews mention nails
  • 742 m from Ballarat β€” about a 9 minute walk
β€œI would 100% come here again, I highly recommend this to someone who wants good service and amazing nails”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 12 reviews

Nails by Nonie

Ballarat Central2.8 kmMid-range4.8(18)

Nail salon Β· Friendly

95 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • 6 reviews mention nails
  • 2.8 km from Ballarat β€” about a 7 minute drive
β€œGreat can highly recommend Nails by Nonie”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 6 reviews

The Polished Look Nail & Beauty

Ballarat East1.6 kmMid-range5.0(1)

Nail salon

94 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • 1.6 km from Ballarat β€” about a 4 minute drive

TALONS

Wendouree4.6 kmUpper mid-range4.0(64)

Beauty salon Β· Friendly

92 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • Nails β€” $64
  • 14 reviews mention nails
  • 4.6 km away in Wendouree
β€œI showed a picture of my nail inspo and the man (Sorry didn’t catch his name) that was doing my nails did the absolute best job.”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 14 reviews
  • Nails $64

OSCAR NAILS

Wendouree4.0 kmMid-range4.8(215)

Nail salon Β· Beginner friendly

88 per cent match β€” Excellent match
  • 4.0 km away in Wendouree
  • Reviews are split on nails

CHARMS SPA

Wendouree4.0 kmMid-range4.5(141)

Nail salon

85 per cent match β€” Strong match
  • 4.0 km away in Wendouree
  • Reviews are split on nails

Orange Nails & Beauty (Ballarat)

Ballarat Central667 mMid-range4.4(117)

Nail salon

84 per cent match β€” Strong match
  • 667 m from Ballarat β€” about a 8 minute walk
  • Reviews are split on nails

Alfredton Hair & Beauty

Alfredton4.5 kmPremium4.5(105)

Hair salon

84 per cent match β€” Strong match
  • Nails β€” $16.50
  • 4.5 km away in Alfredton
  • 3 reviews mention nails
β€œGet my nails done here and I love it thank you so much Stacey 😘 πŸ’…πŸ»β€
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 3 reviews
  • Nails $16.50

E G Beauty Studio

Ballarat East1.6 kmMid-range5.0(7)

Nail salon

84 per cent match β€” Strong match
  • 1.6 km from Ballarat β€” about a 4 minute drive
  • 4 reviews mention nails
β€œEmily does such a great job of my nails”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 4 reviews

Minx Blowdry Bar

Ballarat Central790 mPremium5.0(2)

Beauty salon

82 per cent match β€” Strong match
  • Nails β€” $75
  • 790 m from Ballarat β€” about a 10 minute walk
  • Nails $75

Saigon nails & beauty

Ballarat Central609 mMid-range4.0(141)

Nail salon

81 per cent match β€” Strong match
  • 609 m from Ballarat β€” about a 8 minute walk
  • Reviews are split on nails

Ilios Skin

Buninyong10.3 kmPremium4.9(155)

Skin clinic

81 per cent match β€” Strong match
  • Nails β€” $90
  • 10.3 km away in Buninyong
  • Nails $90

La Bella Nails

Wendouree4.0 kmMid-range3.3(79)

Nail salon

72 per cent match β€” Good match
  • 4.0 km away in Wendouree
  • Reviews flag nails β€” 11 mention it as a problem

Zaura Aesthetics

Delacombe3.0 kmMid-range5.0(30)

Beauty salon

57 per cent match β€” Worth considering
  • 3.0 km away in Delacombe

Rubi Wax & Beauty

Soldiers Hill1.2 kmUpper mid-range4.7(231)

Beauty salon

57 per cent match β€” Worth considering
  • Waxing β€” $15
  • 1.2 km from Ballarat β€” about a 4 minute drive
  • Reviews are split on nails
  • Waxing $15
  • Brows $25
  • Hair colour $25

Ikonic Hair Studio

Ballarat East2.9 kmUpper mid-range4.6(63)

Hair salon Β· Friendly

51 per cent match β€” Worth considering
  • 2.9 km from Ballarat β€” about a 7 minute drive
  • 3 reviews mention nails
β€œShe absolutely nails it every single visit.”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 3 reviews

Mr. Bailey's Barbershop

Wendouree4.7 kmMid-range5.0(62)

Barber Β· Friendly

51 per cent match β€” Worth considering
  • 4.7 km away in Wendouree
  • 2 reviews mention nails
β€œHe really listens to what you’re after and nails it every time.”
From the reviews Β· mentioned by 2 reviews

Bespoke Colour Studio

Ballarat Central1.1 kmMid-range3.9(11)

Hair salon

47 per cent match β€” Worth considering
  • 1.1 km from Ballarat β€” about a 13 minute walk

Common questions

How much do nails cost in Melbourne?
A classic manicure is typically $40 to $50, gel $55 to $70, BIAB $80 to $105, and a full set of acrylics $80 to $115. Nail art is usually extra, either per nail or as a set price.
How long does a set last?
Gel polish usually holds two to three weeks. BIAB and acrylics need infills every three to four weeks as the nail grows out.