98 per cent match — Excellent match
- 13 reviews mention nails
- 8.8 km away in The Entrance
“Amy was amazing and did my nails perfectly.”
Nail salons in Central Coast
We list 30 nail salons across Central Coast, most start between $40 and $69, and all of them are appointment-only.
Or describe exactly what you want and we’ll narrow it down
Nail salons in Central Coast, 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
- $40–$69
- Open past 7pm
- 11 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.
- Detailed art is charged per nail or per set — 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.
30 places in and around Central Coast
Ordered by how well each one fits a typical nail salon request here — not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.
Searching from Central Coast
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- 22 reviews mention nails
- 6.9 km away in Terrigal
“The quality of their work is outstanding, with great attention to detail, and I always leave absolutely loving my nails.”
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- 9 reviews mention nails
- 13.6 km away in Woy Woy
“Such an incredible experience, nails came out looking stunning and the staff are so welcoming.”
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- 6 reviews mention nails
- 9.2 km away in The Entrance
“Pink Pearl Nails & Beauty at The Entrance is truly an exceptional salon.”
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- 16 reviews mention nails
- 6.8 km away in Terrigal
“I've been having my nails done at Elle La Femme in Terrigal, and I honestly can't recommend them highly enough.”
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- 15 reviews mention nails
- 9.1 km away in Tuggerah
“This was by far the best experience I've had getting my nails done, and my nails have never looked better.”
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Nails — $80
- 7 reviews mention nails
- 4.2 km away in Wamberal
“She was incredibly accomodating when I had to change my appointment due to Covid, taking time out of her Saturday to do my nails for my formal.”
- Nails $80
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- 11 reviews mention nails
- 17.9 km away in Toukley
“My acrylic nails last 6 weeks + and stay pristine the whole time.”
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- 11 reviews mention nails
- 16.9 km away in Ettalong Beach
“My first manicure today, I enjoyed it, would recommend the first time I have had nails to worry about 😀”
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- 8 reviews mention nails
- 17.0 km away in Gorokan
“I just have to say that Cherry’s Nails Salon is absolutely the best!”
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- Nails — $55
- 7 reviews mention nails
- 6.9 km away in Terrigal
“The best nails and facial by Sher.”
- Nails $55
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- 6.7 km away in North Gosford
94 per cent match — Excellent match
- 12 reviews mention nails
- 8.0 km away in East Gosford
“Love coming to get my nails done here!!”
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- Nails — $30
- 7 reviews mention nails
- 5.2 km away in Terrigal
“I have been doing my nails by Rebecca for months and always coming out with great satisfaction.”
- Nails $30
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- 10.5 km away in West Gosford
- 2 reviews mention nails
“Just had my nails done by Margaret at White Witch Nails and I’m OBSESSED!”
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- 16.3 km away in Umina Beach
- 2 reviews mention nails
“Highly recommend getting your nails and waxing done by Shane!!!”
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- 5 reviews mention nails
- 8.0 km away in East Gosford
“I’ve been going to Liana for over a year, and I honestly wouldn’t trust anyone else with my nails.”
92 per cent match — Excellent match
- 11 reviews mention nails
- 21.7 km away in Budgewoi
“The cosmetic tattooing treatments & nails are a absolute wow of creativity.”
92 per cent match — Excellent match
- 17.5 km away in Gorokan
92 per cent match — Excellent match
- 11 reviews mention nails
- 6.3 km away in Erina
“Have visited here a few times now for a manicure and pedicure.”
91 per cent match — Excellent match
- 18.0 km away in Toukley
88 per cent match — Excellent match
- 8 reviews mention nails
“Loved my jellyspa pedicure experience at Gellicity with Donna.”
86 per cent match — Strong match
- Nails — $50
- 4.9 km away in Forresters Beach
- Nails $50
86 per cent match — Strong match
- 6.0 km away in Erina
- Reviews are split on nails
85 per cent match — Strong match
- Nails — $40
- 6.2 km away in Erina
- Nails $40
85 per cent match — Strong match
- 7.0 km away in Terrigal
- Reviews are split on nails
85 per cent match — Strong match
- Nails — $69
- 8.0 km away in East Gosford
- Nails $69
84 per cent match — Strong match
- 4 reviews mention nails
“I am new to the area and was looking for a Nail technician to do a quick BIAB repair before I travel overseas.”
84 per cent match — Strong match
- Nails — $40
- 4.0 km away in Tumbi Umbi
- Nails $40
83 per cent match — Strong match
- 4 reviews mention nails
- 16.4 km away in Kanwal
“Angel Kiss is the only place I will ever go to get my nails done.”
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.
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