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Nail salons in South Melbourne

3 of the 30 nail salons here are in South Melbourne 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 South Melbourne, 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
21 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 South Melbourne

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

About U Nails & Beauty Studio

South Melbourne872 mPremium4.9(114)

Nail salon · Consultation-led

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $90
  • 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

Miss Nail Bar

South Melbourne212 mUpper mid-range4.5(150)

Nail salon · High energy · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $37
  • 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

C Beauty Co Clinic

Melbourne2.5 kmUpper mid-range4.9(141)

Skin clinic · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 2.5 km from South Melbourne — about a 6 minute drive
  • Nails $5

The Beauty Tribe

Albert Park909 mPremium4.8(216)

Beauty salon · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $95
  • 909 m from South Melbourne — about a 11 minute walk
  • 4 reviews mention nails
The Beauty Tribe is my go to for nails.
From the reviews · mentioned by 4 reviews
  • Nails $95

Trophy Wife Nails

Melbourne2.2 kmPremium4.8(72)

Nail salon · Friendly

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $874
  • 2.2 km from South Melbourne — about a 5 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

Lashmatic

Melbourne2.0 kmPremium4.6(77)

Beauty salon · Relaxed · Beginner friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 2.0 km from South Melbourne — about a 5 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Channie Beauty

Carlton3.7 kmUpper mid-range5.0(163)

Beauty salon · Friendly

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 3.7 km away in Carlton
  • Nails $15

Beauty Face

Carlton3.0 kmPremium4.8(99)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $79
  • 3.0 km away in Carlton
  • Nails $79

Salon Meraki Melbourne

Melbourne2.1 kmPremium5.0(26)

Hair salon · Friendly

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $434
  • 2.1 km from South Melbourne — about a 5 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

Nail Xpert

South Melbourne247 mUpper mid-range4.1(126)

Nail salon · In & out

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $20
  • In South Melbourne
  • 9 reviews mention nails
My daughter and I went in to get matching nails for a concert we were going to.
From the reviews · mentioned by 9 reviews
  • Nails $20

HAIR ON HIGH

Windsor3.2 kmUpper mid-range4.9(64)

Hair salon · Friendly

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 3.2 km away in Windsor
  • Nails $5

Hers Luxe Melbourne(Hair|Nail|Eyelash)

Melbourne2.0 kmUpper mid-range4.7(117)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Premium

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $79
  • 2.0 km from South Melbourne — about a 5 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

COHR Skin Beauty & Wellness

Albert Park1.6 kmPremium4.7(28)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Calm

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $48
  • 1.6 km from South Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
  • 2 reviews mention nails
MARY COHR Pedi Peel Foot Treatment.
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Nails $48

LAB + CO.

West Melbourne3.0 kmPremium5.0(30)

Beauty salon · Friendly

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 3.0 km away in West Melbourne
  • Nails $5

Leelawadee Thai Massage & Beauty

Abbotsford4.0 kmPremium4.8(102)

Massage clinic · Relaxed · Friendly

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 4.0 km away in Abbotsford
  • Nails $5

Amora Nails Waxing Eyelash Skin Treatment - Melbourne CBD

Melbourne2.3 kmPremium4.4(622)

Nail salon · In & out · Friendly

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $10
  • 2.3 km from South Melbourne — about a 5 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

BeMyFreelancer

Melbourne1.3 kmPremium0.0(0)

Massage clinic

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $25
  • 1.3 km from South Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $25

H.L.U Hair Nail and Beauty Salon

Melbourne1.5 kmMid-range3.2(127)

Beauty salon · Friendly

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 1.5 km from South Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
  • Nails $5

Mien Salon & Spa

Fitzroy North5.8 kmPremium4.9(359)

Day spa · Friendly · Consultation-led

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 5.8 km away in Fitzroy North
  • Nails $15

Buff Nail Studios

Fitzroy4.6 kmMid-range4.7(135)

Beauty salon

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $15
  • 4.6 km away in Fitzroy
  • 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

La Belle Nails Fitzroy & Academy

Fitzroy4.2 kmUpper mid-range4.6(272)

Beauty salon

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $10
  • 4.2 km away in Fitzroy
  • 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

Hedi Hair & Beauty Studio (Barber)

Fitzroy North4.9 kmPremium4.9(72)

Hair salon · Friendly · Beginner friendly

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Nails — $5
  • 4.9 km away in Fitzroy North
  • Nails $5

Paint n Powder Perfumery

Melbourne2.1 kmPremium3.5(164)

Beauty salon

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $15
  • 2.1 km from South Melbourne — about a 5 minute drive
  • Nails $15

Clara's Beauty Room

Fitzroy4.0 kmPremium4.8(47)

Beauty salon · Relaxed · Luxury

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $66
  • 4.0 km away in Fitzroy
  • 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

Maison de Linda Skin & Beauty

Hawthorn5.7 kmPremium5.0(106)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $5
  • 5.7 km away in Hawthorn
  • Nails $5

Carpe Diem Studio

Carlton North5.1 kmPremium4.9(37)

Hair salon

86 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $5
  • 5.1 km away in Carlton North
  • Nails $5

Luxe Lashes 365

Prahran3.3 kmUpper mid-range4.1(53)

Beauty salon · In & out

86 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $5
  • 3.3 km away in Prahran
  • Nails $5

Nadine Dolphin Beauty Therapy & Massage

Carlton North5.1 kmPremium5.0(12)

Day spa · Calm · Relaxed

86 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $71
  • 5.1 km away in Carlton North
  • Nails $71

Made By Self

Hawthorn5.7 kmUpper mid-range4.9(38)

Waxing studio · Relaxed

85 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $105
  • 5.7 km away in Hawthorn
  • Nails $105

Anique Body & Beauty

Williamstown6.0 kmPremium4.9(7)

Beauty salon

84 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $55
  • 6.0 km away in Williamstown
  • Nails $55