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Nail salons in Cardiff

5 of the 29 nail salons here are in Cardiff itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $20 and $70, and all of them are appointment-only.

Or describe exactly what you want and we’ll narrow it down

Nail salons in Cardiff, 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
$20–$70
Open past 7pm
19 of 29

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.

Read the full guide to nail salons in Newcastle for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.

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

29 places in and around Cardiff

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

Beauty Spa Zone

CardiffUpper mid-range4.8(96)

Day spa · Friendly · Spa-like

97 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $10
  • In Cardiff
  • 11 reviews mention nails
“I absolutely love coming into the salon for my lashes and nails.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 11 reviews
  • Nails $10

Perfection Point Skin Nails Body

Cardiff266 mPremium5.0(14)

Beauty salon

97 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $75
  • In Cardiff
  • Nails $75

Exclusive Nail studio

New Lambton Heights2.9 kmMid-range4.8(143)

Nail salon

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.9 km from Cardiff — about a 7 minute drive
  • 12 reviews mention nails
“Absolutely beautiful nails, couldn’t recommend more ❤️❤️❤️”
From the reviews · mentioned by 12 reviews

Bestie Nails & Beauty Charlestown

Charlestown4.2 kmMid-range4.5(103)

Nail salon · Friendly · Relaxed

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.2 km away in Charlestown
  • 17 reviews mention nails
“Tried this new salon I seen on Google, nick did my nails he’s so so good, he made sure each nail was perfect.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 17 reviews

Master Colour Nails - Kotara

Kotara4.9 kmMid-range4.9(93)

Nail salon

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.9 km away in Kotara
  • 5 reviews mention nails
“Came back for a new set of nails… this time copper.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews

Star Nail & Beauty Cardiff

CardiffMid-range4.6(245)

Nail salon · Relaxed · Friendly

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Cardiff
  • Reviews are split on nails

Star Nails & Beauty Charlestown

Charlestown4.1 kmPremium4.3(389)

Nail salon · Friendly

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $20
  • 4.1 km away in Charlestown
  • 19 reviews mention nails
“So happy with my nails today by Lisa she did such a great job very talented”
From the reviews · mentioned by 19 reviews
  • Nails $20

Star Nails And Waxing

Kotara4.9 kmMid-range4.0(386)

Beauty salon

85 per cent match — Strong match
  • 4.9 km away in Kotara
  • 23 reviews mention nails
“had the best pedicure by cherry!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 23 reviews

Luxo Nails And Beauty

Cardiff585 mMid-range

Beauty salon

84 per cent match — Strong match
  • In Cardiff

Beauty Plus on Main

CardiffPremium4.7(59)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

84 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $40
  • In Cardiff
  • Nails $40

New Rainbow Nails

Jesmond5.2 kmMid-range3.5(141)

Nail salon · Relaxed · Friendly

83 per cent match — Strong match
  • 5.2 km away in Jesmond
  • 9 reviews mention nails
“All employees were polite, helpful and went above and beyond to make my pedicure experience delightful.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 9 reviews

Vip Nails

New Lambton6.0 kmMid-range5.0(1)

Nail salon

83 per cent match — Strong match
  • 6.0 km away in New Lambton

Ruby Skies

New Lambton4.7 kmPremium4.9(44)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

82 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $70
  • 4.7 km away in New Lambton
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“Today she did my Pedicure and made my feet once again age backwards 10 years.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Nails $70

Sienna Rae Skin Spa

Wallsend4.6 kmPremium4.8(83)

Day spa · Relaxed

81 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $99
  • 4.6 km away in Wallsend
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“Today I had the best, most relaxing pedicure I've ever had.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Nails $99

Beauty by Blush

Kahibah5.5 kmPremium5.0(47)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

81 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $35
  • 5.5 km away in Kahibah
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“I was gifted a voucher & had 2 hour pamper session with back massage, warm organic coconut oil scalp treatment & pedicure 💆‍♀️🫠😌.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Nails $35

Pearl Nails

Charlestown4.1 kmMid-range3.9(340)

Nail salon · Friendly

77 per cent match — Strong match
  • 4.1 km away in Charlestown
  • Reviews are split on nails

Rainbow Nails

Wallsend4.3 kmMid-range3.2(75)

Nail salon

77 per cent match — Strong match
  • 4.3 km away in Wallsend
  • Reviews are split on nails

Pearl Nails

Kotara4.9 kmMid-range3.7(166)

Nail salon

76 per cent match — Strong match
  • 4.9 km away in Kotara
  • Reviews are split on nails

ProfessioNail

Kotara4.9 kmMid-range3.8(119)

Nail salon

76 per cent match — Strong match
  • 4.9 km away in Kotara
  • Reviews are split on nails

Lotus nail salon

Charlestown4.2 kmMid-range3.5(37)

Nail salon

69 per cent match — Good match
  • 4.2 km away in Charlestown
  • Reviews flag nails — 9 mention it as a problem

ProfessioNails & Beauty Charlestown

Charlestown4.1 kmMid-range3.6(229)

Nail salon

69 per cent match — Good match
  • 4.1 km away in Charlestown
  • Reviews flag nails — 25 mention it as a problem

Sparkle Nails Lash & Beauty Kotara

Kotara4.9 kmMid-range3.7(108)

Nail salon · Friendly

68 per cent match — Good match
  • 4.9 km away in Kotara
  • Reviews flag nails — 14 mention it as a problem

The New Law

Wallsend4.7 kmMid-range5.0(88)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Consultation-led

65 per cent match — Good match
  • 4.7 km away in Wallsend
  • 5 reviews mention nails
“Kara did an incredible job on my nails and I am so excited to go back for my next appointment”
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews

Beauty@142

Cardiff Heights1.6 kmMid-range4.2(11)

Beauty salon

58 per cent match — Good match
  • 1.6 km from Cardiff — about a 4 minute drive
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“She did everything, from nails, to tans, waxing, and makeup.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews

Unfiltered Hair & Beauty

Adamstown5.5 kmPremium5.0(13)

Beauty salon · Relaxed

56 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 5.5 km away in Adamstown
  • 3 reviews mention nails
“Had a lovely pedicure with Paige!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 3 reviews

Charlie Olivia Artistry

Wallsend4.6 kmMid-range5.0(24)

Hair salon · Premium · Calm

47 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 4.6 km away in Wallsend
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“She absolutely nails every look I ask for, whether it’s a soft glam or something bold.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews

Enforme and Co

New Lambton5.6 kmMid-range5.0(126)

Hair salon · Friendly

47 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 5.6 km away in New Lambton
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“Madi did such a good job on my nails!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Brows $22

Hairs Rok of Wallsend

Wallsend4.4 kmPremium4.8(80)

Hair salon · Friendly · Relaxed

46 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 4.4 km away in Wallsend
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“She’s so friendly, easy to chat with, makes me feel super relaxed, and absolutely nails my hair every single time.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Waxing $15
  • Brows $15
  • Hair colour $22
  • Lashes $25

Sophie Agnes Hair

Kahibah5.5 kmMid-range5.0(11)

Hair salon

46 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 5.5 km away in Kahibah
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“Such a sweetheart, super talented and I love going to her, she nails it every time!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews