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Nail salons in Central Wollongong

8 of the 23 nail salons here are in Central Wollongong itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $50 and $60, and all of them are appointment-only.

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

Nail salons in Central Wollongong, 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
$50–$60
Open past 7pm
13 of 23

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 Wollongong 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.

23 places in and around Central Wollongong

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

Selective Nails & Beauty Spa

WollongongMid-range4.7(650)

Nail salon · Friendly · Luxury

98 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Wollongong
  • 21 reviews mention nails
“As someone who doesn't get their nails done very often at all I am always hesitant and unsure of trying new places but …”
From the reviews · mentioned by 21 reviews

Vicky Nails & Beauty

WollongongMid-range4.5(89)

Nail salon

96 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Wollongong
  • 16 reviews mention nails
“beautiful nails, so pretty, wonderful service.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews

Rosy Nails and Beauty

Figtree3.1 kmMid-range4.8(37)

Nail salon · Friendly

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.1 km away in Figtree
  • 11 reviews mention nails
“Demi did an absolutely AMAZING job on my nails!!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 11 reviews

Snazzy Nail & Beauty

Fairy Meadow3.7 kmMid-range4.9(74)

Nail salon · Friendly

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.7 km away in Fairy Meadow
  • 11 reviews mention nails
“I love coming to Snazzy Nails - they always offer incredible service and the finished results are always stunning!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 11 reviews

Holly Nails and Beauty

Corrimal5.9 kmMid-range4.8(116)

Beauty salon · Friendly · In & out

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 5.9 km away in Corrimal
  • 15 reviews mention nails
“I did my first ever biab here and loved it.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 15 reviews

Freckles Beauty Therapy

WollongongUpper mid-range4.9(43)

Beauty salon · Friendly

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Nails — $50
  • In Wollongong
  • Nails $50

Soho Spa Body Nails Hair

Figtree2.6 kmMid-range

Beauty salon

80 per cent match — Strong match
  • 2.6 km from Wollongong — about a 6 minute drive

NaiLux ( EX ProfessioNails)

Figtree3.1 kmMid-range3.8(132)

Beauty salon · Friendly

77 per cent match — Strong match
  • 3.1 km away in Figtree
  • 10 reviews mention nails
“They also have a new steam pedicure which leaves your legs feeling amazing and hydrated.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 10 reviews

Trifecta Hair Nail Beauty

Cringila5.0 kmMid-range5.0(4)

Beauty salon

76 per cent match — Strong match
  • 5.0 km away in Cringila

Professionail

WollongongMid-range3.6(65)

Nail salon

76 per cent match — Strong match
  • In Wollongong
  • Reviews flag nails — 14 mention it as a problem

Fresh Nails

WollongongMid-range2.5(109)

Nail salon

76 per cent match — Strong match
  • In Wollongong
  • Reviews flag nails — 12 mention it as a problem

Vanessa's Nail & Beauty

WollongongMid-range1.5(88)

Beauty salon

76 per cent match — Strong match
  • In Wollongong
  • Reviews flag nails — 17 mention it as a problem

Pearl Nails Corrimal

Corrimal5.8 kmMid-range3.4(75)

Nail salon

74 per cent match — Strong match
  • 5.8 km away in Corrimal
  • Reviews are split on nails

Bella Hair Nails & Beauty

West Wollongong2.8 kmMid-range5.0(1)

Hair salon

73 per cent match — Good match
  • 2.8 km from Wollongong — about a 6 minute drive

Allure Beauty & Nails

Figtree5.1 kmPremium4.7(12)

Beauty salon

73 per cent match — Good match
  • Facial — $45
  • 5.1 km away in Figtree
  • Facial $45
  • Skin treatments $55

Ocean Nails Figtree Grove

Figtree3.0 kmMid-range3.0(87)

Nail salon · Friendly

71 per cent match — Good match
  • 3.0 km away in Figtree
  • Reviews flag nails — 12 mention it as a problem

Stylish henna

Fairy Meadow3.0 kmBudget-friendly5.0(26)

Beauty salon · Premium · Trendy

67 per cent match — Good match
  • 3.0 km away in Fairy Meadow

chapter one. the salon

Gwynneville1.9 kmPremium5.0(43)

Beauty salon · Friendly

66 per cent match — Good match
  • 1.9 km from Wollongong — about a 4 minute drive
  • 4 reviews mention nails
“for brows, lashes, nails & community.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 4 reviews

Rogues Hair & Beauty

WollongongMid-range4.8(242)

Beauty salon · Friendly

61 per cent match — Good match
  • In Wollongong

SKN Society

Fairy Meadow3.5 kmPremium5.0(36)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

58 per cent match — Good match
  • 3.5 km away in Fairy Meadow
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“Hayley nails my brows every.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews

Alpha For Men Barber Shop

Coniston1.6 kmMid-range4.9(84)

Barber · Friendly

52 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 1.6 km from Wollongong — about a 4 minute drive
  • 2 reviews mention nails
“Throughout that time, Dani has worked on my hair through every style and stage imaginable; long, short, everything in between, and every single time she absolutely nails it.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews

Salt Hair Society

Wollongong414 mPremium5.0(58)

Hair salon · Friendly · Consultation-led

51 per cent match — Worth considering
  • In Wollongong
  • Haircut $60
  • Hair colour $190
  • Highlights $220
  • Hair treatments $350

Hair by Ingrid

North Wollongong1.6 kmMid-range5.0(49)

Hair salon · High energy · Consultation-led

50 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 1.6 km from Wollongong — about a 4 minute drive