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Nail salons in Carlton

2 of the 30 nail salons here are in Carlton itself, with the rest a short trip away, prices start between $5 and $874, and all of them are appointment-only.

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

Nail salons in Carlton, 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.

Prices from
$5–$874
Open past 7pm
22 of 30

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 Melbourne for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.

30 places in and around Carlton

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

Channie Beauty

CarltonUpper mid-range5.0(163)

Beauty salon · Friendly

98 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • In Carlton
  • Nails $15

C Beauty Co Clinic

Melbourne1.3 kmUpper mid-range4.9(141)

Skin clinic · Friendly

97 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 1.3 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Beauty Face

Carlton677 mPremium4.8(99)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

96 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $79
  • In Carlton
  • Nails $79

Hedi Hair & Beauty Studio (Barber)

Fitzroy North1.5 kmPremium4.9(72)

Hair salon · Friendly · Beginner friendly

95 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 1.5 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Mien Salon & Spa

Fitzroy North2.6 kmPremium4.9(359)

Day spa · Friendly · Consultation-led

95 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 2.6 km from Carlton — about a 6 minute drive
  • Nails $15

Trophy Wife Nails

Melbourne1.4 kmPremium4.8(72)

Nail salon · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $874
  • 1.4 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • 15 reviews mention nails
I had booked a simple manicure with simple nail polish.
From the reviews · mentioned by 15 reviews
  • Nails $874

LAB + CO.

West Melbourne1.3 kmPremium5.0(30)

Beauty salon · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 1.3 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Carpe Diem Studio

Carlton North1.5 kmPremium4.9(37)

Hair salon

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 1.5 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Nadine Dolphin Beauty Therapy & Massage

Carlton North1.5 kmPremium5.0(12)

Day spa · Calm · Relaxed

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $71
  • 1.5 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $71

La Belle Nails Fitzroy & Academy

Fitzroy970 mUpper mid-range4.6(272)

Beauty salon

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $10
  • 970 m from Carlton — about a 12 minute walk
  • 12 reviews mention nails
My two friends and I booked the Deluxe Pedicure package last month, traveling all the way from Yarraville based on positive reviews.
From the reviews · mentioned by 12 reviews
  • Nails $10

Hands Of Elegance

Princes Hill2.4 kmPremium4.9(18)

Nail salon · Relaxed

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 2.4 km from Carlton — about a 5 minute drive
  • 10 reviews mention nails
Within a few weeks of use there was a visible improvement and now months later my hands and nails are back to a normal healthy condition.
From the reviews · mentioned by 10 reviews
  • Nails $15

Buff Nail Studios

Fitzroy1.5 kmMid-range4.7(135)

Beauty salon

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 1.5 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • 16 reviews mention nails
After hearing good things about Buff (and the $110 price tag for a manicure and regular “Dazzle Dry” polish), it’s unfortunate that my high expectations weren’t met.
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews
  • Nails $15

Lashmatic

Melbourne1.6 kmPremium4.6(77)

Beauty salon · Relaxed · Beginner friendly

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 1.6 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Leelawadee Thai Massage & Beauty

Abbotsford2.6 kmPremium4.8(102)

Massage clinic · Relaxed · Friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 2.6 km from Carlton — about a 6 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Clara's Beauty Room

Fitzroy952 mPremium4.8(47)

Beauty salon · Relaxed · Luxury

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $66
  • 952 m from Carlton — about a 12 minute walk
  • 3 reviews mention nails
She did an amazing manicure and pedicure for me and my friend.
From the reviews · mentioned by 3 reviews
  • Nails $66

Salon Meraki Melbourne

Melbourne1.6 kmPremium5.0(26)

Hair salon · Friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $434
  • 1.6 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • 3 reviews mention nails
I attended the Salon where Sandra worked to get my nails done and watched an amazing hairdresser take time with her clients.
From the reviews · mentioned by 3 reviews
  • Nails $434

LUNA Skin + Brow Brunswick

Brunswick East3.9 kmPremium5.0(370)

Beauty salon · Relaxed · Friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $89
  • 3.9 km away in Brunswick East
  • Nails $89

Hers Luxe Melbourne(Hair|Nail|Eyelash)

Melbourne1.7 kmUpper mid-range4.7(117)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Premium

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $79
  • 1.7 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • 5 reviews mention nails
I've been a regular at Herx Luxe Hair & Nails Salon for quite some time, and every visit is a fantastic experience!
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews
  • Nails $79

Amora Nails Waxing Eyelash Skin Treatment - Melbourne CBD

Melbourne1.4 kmPremium4.4(622)

Nail salon · In & out · Friendly

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $10
  • 1.4 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • 6 reviews mention nails
Will come back again next timee, nails last so long too!
From the reviews · mentioned by 6 reviews
  • Nails $10

Barber Shop Cafe (B&C) Brunswick

Brunswick4.3 kmPremium4.8(406)

Barber · Friendly

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 4.3 km away in Brunswick
  • Nails $5

Made Gorgeous

Fitzroy North2.9 kmPremium4.7(50)

Hair salon · Consultation-led · Friendly

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $80
  • 2.9 km from Carlton — about a 7 minute drive
  • Nails $80

About U Nails & Beauty Studio

South Melbourne3.6 kmPremium4.9(114)

Nail salon · Consultation-led

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $90
  • 3.6 km away in South Melbourne
  • 8 reviews mention nails
I had my first Russian Pedicure ever with Bahara and was blown away, my feet have never felt and looked this good!
From the reviews · mentioned by 8 reviews
  • Nails $90

Maison de Linda Skin & Beauty

Hawthorn4.8 kmPremium5.0(106)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 4.8 km away in Hawthorn
  • Nails $5

Miss Nail Bar

South Melbourne3.6 kmUpper mid-range4.5(150)

Nail salon · High energy · Friendly

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $37
  • 3.6 km away in South Melbourne
  • 16 reviews mention nails
I had a gel manicure done here and developed redness and swelling around multiple nails within around 8 hours, consistent with an allergic reaction.
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews
  • Nails $37

Paint n Powder Perfumery

Melbourne1.6 kmPremium3.5(164)

Beauty salon

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 1.6 km from Carlton — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $15

The Beauty Tribe

Albert Park4.5 kmPremium4.8(216)

Beauty salon · Friendly

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $95
  • 4.5 km away in Albert Park
  • 4 reviews mention nails
The Beauty Tribe is my go to for nails.
From the reviews · mentioned by 4 reviews
  • Nails $95

H.L.U Hair Nail and Beauty Salon

Melbourne2.1 kmMid-range3.2(127)

Beauty salon · Friendly

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $5
  • 2.1 km from Carlton — about a 5 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Illumination Lounge

Moonee Ponds5.7 kmUpper mid-range4.8(66)

Nail salon · High energy · Friendly

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $25
  • 5.7 km away in Moonee Ponds
  • 14 reviews mention nails
I had the Everyday Illuminate Mani with Builder Gel and nail art with Maddie at Lumi and it was such a great experience.
From the reviews · mentioned by 14 reviews
  • Nails $25

Made By Self

Hawthorn5.0 kmUpper mid-range4.9(38)

Waxing studio · Relaxed

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $105
  • 5.0 km away in Hawthorn
  • Nails $105

NAILOLOGY - Coffee & Nails (Alphington)

Alphington5.6 kmPremium4.6(107)

Nail salon · Relaxed · Friendly

86 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $35
  • 5.6 km away in Alphington
  • 16 reviews mention nails
Then they charged me for a pedicure that I never asked for, and the total cost was $191.
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews
  • Nails $35