East Austin has the most salons on this list, with several studios along or near East 5th and East 7th Streets. South Lamar has two budget-friendly full-service salons, and Central Austin and Montopolis are where you go for Russian e-file manicures. The list covers soakless and waterless services, Gel-X and hard gel extensions, hand-painted nail art and long spa pedicure menus.
Every salon below was checked against its own website or official booking page in October 2026. For each one you get the address, phone number, hours when the salon posts them, the services it is known for, and a direct link to book.
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1. LACQUER Nail Studio
Why we picked it: LACQUER does soakless manicures and pedicures with a focus on healthy natural nails, using CND, OPI, Londontown and Dazzle Dry products. It skips dip powder, acrylic and hard gel, so it suits you if you want a clean, simple finish near 2nd Street.
- Address
- 210 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78701
- Phone
- (512) 960-4468
- Hours
- Mon to Fri 9am to 7pm, Sat and Sun 9am to 6pm
2. Cute Nail Studio
Why we picked it: Cute Nail Studio's menu sorts manicures and extensions by art level, with soft gel, hard gel and acrylic options. Time Out singled it out for 3D, textured and sharp nail shapes, and it also runs a second location on South Congress.
- Address
- 1211 East 7th St., Austin, TX 78702
- Phone
- (512) 937-2659
- Hours
- Check the salon website for current hours
3. 'Cure Studios
Why we picked it: 'Cure Studios focuses on soft gel and Gel-X extensions finished with hand-painted designs, and its pedicures use no water. If you get your nails done often, the monthly Club 'Cure membership bundles regular visits.
Starting prices: Club 'Cure monthly membership from $95
- Address
- 2709 East 5th St, Unit 120A, Austin, TX 78702
- Phone
- (512) 265-7879
- Hours
- Mon to Fri 9am to 7pm, Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm
4. Aetheria Beauty Bar
Why we picked it: Aetheria is built around waterless Russian e-file manicures and smart pedicures, with a 4-hands option that does both at once. Late Friday to Sunday hours make it easy to book after work.
Starting prices: Russian manicure (basic) from $55; Smart pedicure (basic) from $70
- Address
- 5453 Burnet Road, Suite 202, Austin, TX 78756
- Phone
- (512) 636-5322
- Hours
- Mon to Thu 9am to 7pm, Fri to Sun 9am to 9pm
5. Milano Nail Spa
Why we picked it: Milano is a large nail spa with eleven pedicure tiers, from a quick express service to hot stone and organic options. It also does dip, gel and acrylic, so a group can book different services in one visit.
Starting prices: Classic manicure from $46; Classic pedicure from $56
- Address
- 2755 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702
- Phone
- (512) 900-0206
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 6pm
6. Mazy Nail Studio
Why we picked it: Mazy is a small studio that books long appointments for Russian e-file manicures, hard gel overlays and Gel-X. Its 4-hands service puts two techs on your hands and feet at once to save time.
Starting prices: 4-hands service from $135; Russian e-file manicure from $165
- Address
- 1700 Montopolis Dr, Suite B, Austin, TX 78741
- Phone
- (346) 971-7801
- Hours
- Mon to Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat 11am to 5pm, Sun closed
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7. Arco Blow Dry & Nail Bar
Why we picked it: Arco pairs a nail bar with a blow dry bar, so you can book a gel or builder gel manicure and a blowout in the same visit. Its menu lists clear prices for three levels of nail art.
Starting prices: Signature gel mani from $65; Gel-X extensions full set from $80
- Address
- 31 Navasota St, Unit 110, Austin, TX 78702
- Phone
- (512) 237-7677
- Hours
- Mon 1pm to 7pm, Tue to Fri 10am to 7pm, Sat 10am to 5pm, Sun closed
8. Relax Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: Relax sits on Guadalupe near the UT campus and keeps gel manicures and spa pedicures under $40. It also handles dip, acrylic, Gel-X and hand-painted art, and takes walk-ins when chairs are free.
Starting prices: Gel manicure from $37; Spa pedicure from $37
- Address
- 3016 Guadalupe St b300, Austin, TX 78705
- Phone
- (512) 608-4016
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 10am to 7:30pm, Sun 11am to 5pm
9. Austin Regalia Nail & Spa
Why we picked it: Austin Regalia offers a range of named pedicures, including organic and jelly versions, plus Shellac, SNS dip and solar nail sets. It also does kids services and waxing.
Starting prices: Shellac/gel manicure from $45; Organic pedicure from $72
- Address
- 4036 S Lamar Blvd #500, Austin, TX 78704
- Phone
- (512) 916-8989
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9:30am to 7:30pm, Sun 11am to 5:30pm
10. TP Pure Nails
Why we picked it: TP Pure Nails keeps basic manicures in the low $20s and pedicures under $50, with SNS dip and Gel-X for longer wear. It takes walk-ins and stays open until 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Starting prices: Classic manicure from $23; Gel-X from $65
- Address
- 3401 S Lamar Blvd #3133, Austin, TX 78704
- Phone
- (512) 383-8357
- Hours
- Mon closed, Tue to Thu 10am to 7pm, Fri and Sat 10am to 8pm, Sun 11am to 6pm
11. Adore Nail Lounge
Why we picked it: Adore is a straightforward neighborhood nail lounge on North Lamar for manicures, pedicures and waxing. It has a kids menu for under-12s, which helps if you are booking with children.
- Address
- 4400 North Lamar Boulevard, Ste 103, Austin, TX 78756
- Phone
- (512) 775-0134
- Hours
- Mon to Fri 9:30am to 7:30pm, Sat 9:30am to 6:30pm, Sun 11am to 5:30pm
Austin nail salons at a glance
| Salon | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| LACQUER Nail Studio | Downtown | Soakless downtown mani-pedis |
| Cute Nail Studio | East Austin | Bold 3D and textured nail art |
| 'Cure Studios | East Austin | Hand-painted art on soft gel |
| Aetheria Beauty Bar | Central Austin | Russian manicures and smart pedicures |
| Milano Nail Spa | East Austin | Large spa with tiered pedicures |
| Mazy Nail Studio | Montopolis | Detailed Russian e-file manicures |
| Arco Blow Dry & Nail Bar | East Austin | Nails and blowouts in one stop |
| Relax Nails & Spa | West Campus | Affordable gel near UT campus |
| Austin Regalia Nail & Spa | South Lamar | Signature and organic pedicures |
| TP Pure Nails | South Lamar | Budget mani-pedis on South Lamar |
| Adore Nail Lounge | Central Austin | Neighborhood mani-pedis on North Lamar |
What a manicure costs at these Austin salons
| Salon | Service | Starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 'Cure Studios | Club 'Cure monthly membership | $95 |
| Aetheria Beauty Bar | Russian manicure (basic) | $55 |
| Milano Nail Spa | Classic manicure | $46 |
| Mazy Nail Studio | 4-hands service | $135 |
| Arco Blow Dry & Nail Bar | Signature gel mani | $65 |
| Relax Nails & Spa | Gel manicure | $37 |
| Austin Regalia Nail & Spa | Shellac/gel manicure | $45 |
| TP Pure Nails | Classic manicure | $23 |
Starting prices from each salon’s own menu, checked October 2026. Prices change, so confirm when you book.
Tips before you book
- Look at the salon’s recent work on Instagram before you book, and bring a photo of the exact look you want.
- Not sure which shape to ask for? The free Nail Shape Finder suggests one for your hands.
- Save a few looks from our nail ideas before your visit so you and your tech are on the same page.
- Nail art, extra length and some shapes cost more than the base price, so ask for the full price before your tech starts.
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Salon details were checked on each salon’s own website or booking page in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so call or check online before you go. Spot something out of date? Email contact@nailstyleguide.com.
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