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Nail salons in Essendon

3 of the 30 nail salons here are in Essendon itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $5 and $50, and all of them are appointment-only.

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

Nail salons in Essendon, 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
$5–$50
Open past 7pm
26 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, VIC 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.

30 places in and around Essendon

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

Illumination Lounge

Moonee Ponds1.8 kmUpper mid-range4.9(68)

Nail salon · High energy · Friendly

96 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $25
  • 1.8 km from Essendon — about a 4 minute drive
  • 14 reviews mention nails
“She did a beautiful manicure and pedicure, was so gentle and caring, and made me feel completely relaxed.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 14 reviews
  • Nails $25

The Nail Bar

Essendon North627 mMid-range4.6(107)

Nail salon · Friendly · In & out

96 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 627 m from Essendon — about a 8 minute walk
  • 14 reviews mention nails
“Love my nails and highly recommend her!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 14 reviews

HJ Sunny Nails

Essendon785 mMid-range4.5(34)

Nail salon · Friendly

95 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Essendon
  • 11 reviews mention nails
“I am so happy with my nails.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 11 reviews

Viva Nails

Essendon North1.1 kmMid-range4.7(329)

Nail salon · Friendly

95 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 1.1 km from Essendon — about a 14 minute walk
  • 9 reviews mention nails
“🤍 I’ve been getting my nails and toes done here for the last 4 years, and I wouldn’t trust anyone else.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 9 reviews

Luminous hair & nail spa

Moonee Ponds2.3 kmMid-range4.8(197)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Beginner friendly

95 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.3 km from Essendon — about a 5 minute drive
  • 15 reviews mention nails
“My nails are always long lasting, beautiful and consistent.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 15 reviews

Fox & Boi Tan Beauty and Footspa

Essendon822 mMid-range4.4(97)

Nail salon · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Essendon
  • 13 reviews mention nails
“I've been a few times for a shellac manicure and have always been impressed by the high quality outcome and very friendly service.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 13 reviews

Mina Lashes Nails

Essendon North2.3 kmPremium4.7(105)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $195
  • 2.3 km from Essendon — about a 5 minute drive
  • 14 reviews mention nails
“I had Gel-X nails and a Deluxe Pedicure done today, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 14 reviews
  • Nails $195

Flora Nails

Ascot Vale2.8 kmMid-range4.8(98)

Nail salon · In & out · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.8 km from Essendon — about a 6 minute drive
  • 14 reviews mention nails
“Happy nails happy life :D”
From the reviews · mentioned by 14 reviews

E.NAILS

Pascoe Vale South2.1 kmMid-range5.0(11)

Nail salon

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.1 km from Essendon — about a 5 minute drive
  • 8 reviews mention nails
“Absolutely love my nails every time I go to e.nails!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 8 reviews

Mai T Nails and Footspa

Moonee Ponds2.5 kmMid-range4.6(38)

Nail salon · Beginner friendly · Relaxed

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.5 km from Essendon — about a 6 minute drive
  • 17 reviews mention nails
“I couldn’t recommend someone better to get my nails done, I’m so happy with them!!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 17 reviews

Fresco Nails

Moonee Ponds2.3 kmMid-range4.5(173)

Nail salon · Friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.3 km from Essendon — about a 5 minute drive
  • 13 reviews mention nails
“and ended up staying for a pedicure thanks to the immediate warmth and exceptional service.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 13 reviews

Venus Nail Design & Beauty

Airport West3.8 kmMid-range4.8(187)

Nail salon · Friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.8 km away in Airport West
  • 12 reviews mention nails
“Had the best experience getting my nails done at venuses Julie!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 12 reviews

Lumi Nails Highpoint

Maribyrnong3.6 kmMid-range4.7(45)

Nail salon · Friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.6 km away in Maribyrnong
  • 20 reviews mention nails
“Best manicure I’ve ever had.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 20 reviews

Neety Does Nails

Brunswick4.6 kmMid-range5.0(43)

Nail salon · Friendly · Relaxed

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.6 km away in Brunswick
  • 17 reviews mention nails
“I won't get my nails done else where as Neety's nails are always on fire and last for aageess.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 17 reviews

Aces Nails

Moonee Ponds2.2 kmMid-range4.3(113)

Nail salon

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.2 km from Essendon — about a 5 minute drive
  • 13 reviews mention nails
“I had a great experience at Aces Nails.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 13 reviews

Premium Beauty Nails and Lashes

Maribyrnong3.6 kmMid-range5.0(56)

Nail salon

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.6 km away in Maribyrnong

Miss Jay's Nails and Beauty

Footscray5.1 kmPremium4.9(44)

Nail salon · Beginner friendly · Friendly

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $50
  • 5.1 km away in Footscray
  • 16 reviews mention nails
“My partner got his first ever manicure and pedicure and had high prises for Tiffany.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews
  • Nails $50

Jet Nail Bar

Brunswick4.8 kmMid-range4.7(455)

Nail salon · Friendly

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.8 km away in Brunswick
  • 12 reviews mention nails
“TT gave me a delicate French manicure and pedicure.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 12 reviews

PT Nails Spa & Beauty

Avondale Heights4.7 kmMid-range4.8(117)

Nail salon · Friendly

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.7 km away in Avondale Heights
  • 9 reviews mention nails
“I’m so happy with my nails every time I visit.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 9 reviews

Prosperity Nails & Beauty

North Melbourne5.8 kmBudget-friendly4.9(389)

Beauty salon · Friendly

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 5.8 km away in North Melbourne
  • 9 reviews mention nails
“Best Sns nails every time, ivy did such a good job.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 9 reviews

Red Apple Nails & Beauty

Maribyrnong4.2 kmMid-range4.6(105)

Nail salon · Friendly

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.2 km away in Maribyrnong
  • 9 reviews mention nails
“Love the service here at Red Apple Nails & Beauty.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 9 reviews

Hands Of Elegance

Princes Hill6.0 kmPremium4.9(22)

Nail salon · Relaxed

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 6.0 km away in Princes Hill
  • 13 reviews mention nails
“I found Julie at long last where I could purchase the amazing Magic Wax Boards that help keep natural nails in good condition.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 13 reviews
  • Nails $15

EYE LASHES EXTENSION NAIL AND BEAUTY BY GEMERLI

Maribyrnong4.6 kmUpper mid-range4.8(66)

Nail salon · Relaxed · Beginner friendly

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 4.6 km away in Maribyrnong
  • 5 reviews mention nails
“I absolutely love how my nails turned out.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews
  • Nails $5

Nails By Sandra

Avondale Heights4.1 kmMid-range5.0(5)

Nail salon

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.1 km away in Avondale Heights
  • 4 reviews mention nails
“I love her application of BIAB and the fact you are 1 on 1, she's a beautiful soul and I can't wait for my next appointment!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 4 reviews

Natural Nails & Beauty Coburg

Coburg5.1 kmMid-range4.7(281)

Nail salon · Friendly

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 5.1 km away in Coburg
  • 8 reviews mention nails
“The most amazing service and staff, the only people I trust with my nails!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 8 reviews

Code Rose

Essendon837 mMid-range4.4(98)

Nail salon · Friendly · In & out

85 per cent match — Strong match
  • In Essendon
  • Reviews are split on nails

TWINKLE NAILS & BEAUTY

Ascot Vale2.6 kmUpper mid-range4.7(171)

Nail salon

85 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $5
  • 2.6 km from Essendon — about a 6 minute drive
  • Reviews are split on nails
  • Nails $5

Oscar Nails & Beauty

Aberfeldie1.2 kmMid-range4.1(15)

Beauty salon

85 per cent match — Strong match
  • 1.2 km from Essendon — about a 4 minute drive
  • Reviews are split on nails

Charming Nails

Keilor East4.3 kmMid-range4.0(69)

Nail salon · Friendly

84 per cent match — Strong match
  • 4.3 km away in Keilor East
  • 8 reviews mention nails
“Pedicure time bece shorter and shorter.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 8 reviews

Madam K Nails

Strathmore1.6 kmMid-range4.3(23)

Nail salon · Friendly

84 per cent match — Strong match
  • 1.6 km from Essendon — about a 4 minute drive
  • Reviews are split on nails