10 of the 30 nail salons here are in Surfers Paradise itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $15 and $29.99, and all of them are appointment-only.
Or describe exactly what you want and we’ll narrow it down
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.
Read the full guide to nail salons in Gold Coast 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.
Ordered by how well each one fits a typical nail salon request here — not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.
Searching from Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise334 mPremium5.0(66)
Nail salon · Friendly · Relaxed
“After a bad experience at another salon, my nails were brittle, damaged, and even painful, but Trinny has completely transformed them.”
“Hanah did a excellent pedicure, very happy toes & polish perfect!!”
“I noticed the same heel-scrubbing tool was used on the customer after me, and the pedicure chair and foot-soak area were not cleaned or disinfected in between.”
“Her skills are seriously unmatched, and always delivers strong, healthy, and beautifully done nails.”
“I always leave there in love with my nails.”
“Lumpy looking results on top of nails.”
“an amazing service today, no wait, fast, nice and lovely nails.”
“My pedicure, I didn’t give much guidance on my French tip and they knew exactly how to make it look perfect.”
“I do BIAB and have never once jad any peeling or issues.”
“Kobie did my BIAB refill and I couldn’t be happier.”
“Beautiful nails very pretty so professional and lovely friendly family business.”
“The staff at Lyn nails are so welcoming, professional and polite.”
“Absolutely outstanding staff, they make you feel incredibly comfortable, and do an amazing job at nails.”
“The owner was extremely nice and top service but unfortunately my nails came off after less then a week.”
“The absolute best nails on the GC (and I have been too many places over the years).”
“I have been having my nails done with Tracy for over 8 years and she has always done an excellent job.”
“I enjoyed getting my nails done here, and would happily return here.”
“Very friendly and nice, on time manicure”
Southport5.3 kmPremium4.9(245)
Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed
“This place is incredible, Seoul Haus Hair and Nails, at Smith Collective in Southport.”
“The person who helped me, I’m not sure if she was the owner or an employee, was very attentive and skilled at giving pedicure.”