Mermaid Nails

The absolute best salon in Marina, the staff is extremely friendly. Their services are EXCELLENT,…read morethey really take their time. You never feel rushed which is amazing. Truly has become my favorite salon by far in the Monterey county

I just got my nails done here and I'm actually obsessed with how they turned out!! They did such a…read moregood job and paid attention to every little detail. Everyone there was super nice and made me feel comfortable the whole time. I love my nails so much and I'll definitely be coming back every time. This place is honestly the best!!

Reasonable prices, super friendly staff, they take their time and my nails look great! I would definitely recommend!

GOING BACK.

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Jimmy did amazing thank you so much! 10/10 service fast and sweet love it there will be going back

Vanity Nails

4.7(58 reviews)

I've been coming to Vanity religiously every three weeks for a few years now and I've never left…read morefeeling like I didn't get my money's worth. The entire team is always professional and kind. Because they provide excellent service, an appointment is highly recommended. To the young lady who was there this morning without an appointment and left a one-star review earlier today, your behavior towards the staff was unkind and uncalled for.

I've been getting my done with Nina and her husband for the last 11 years. I've followed her all…read morearound the county :) they are both professional and amazing at the nail art. You won't be disappointed coming here, they are amazing, friendly, kind people! And you will leave with beautiful nails! I would absolutely recommend getting an appt because they are always booked (That's how popular they are). The vibe is tranquil, serene, and cozy! Most of the clients have known them through out the years.

Welcome to Vanity Nails

1 month grown Mickey snowman nails

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Aspire Nails and Spa

4.1(158 reviews)

0.4 mi

Aspire Nails is one of Marina's best-kept secrets! I've been bringing my daughter here for years,…read moreand her eyebrow technician is fantastic--she always shapes her thick brows perfectly. We often book last-minute, and they always manage to fit us in. It's a small, friendly mom-and-pop shop where you really get to know the staff. They're so welcoming and always make my daughter feel special before important events. I've also had pedicures and nail services here and have never been disappointed--the care and results are always beautiful. If you're in Marina and haven't tried Aspire Nails yet, you're missing out. This place is a hidden gem!

The quality was exceptional and very nice. The vibe there is caring and relaxing. They always have…read morea candy bowl you can grab a piece or more from it. Perfect if you have to bring your kid with you. Everything I asked for or needed I got right away and in a very polite way! I 100% would go again and recommend for everyone. It is a small community but they are always very kind,caring, and positive!

Mani gel

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Lotus Hair And Nails

4.0(23 reviews)

Might want to reconsider getting gel nails done here. I allowed my high school daughter to go for a…read moremani day with friends. A nail cracked in half after a few days. When I went back to ask for a repair, I was being charged $10 dollars. In terms of friendly customer service, I would question it, my daughter requested a specific tone of color and was given the 1 tone the nail shop had available. They used gel color to paint the tip or her nail rather than powder like most nail spas. She was never asked if that tone was okay or whether she wanted to choose something different. Also the nail beds look cloudy as opposed to a transparent glossy finish. She even showed the nail tech an image of what she wanted and got something different and was charged $55 for some cheap work. When I went to talk to the owner Susan who apparently was the person who worked on my daughter's nails she wanted to charge me $35 to fix the one nail and change the color. Mind you I was not asking for a change of completely color. I was primarily asking for the nail to be fixed. Had I paid the $35 i would have been paying a total of $90 for a super short set . I dislike being "that" person but figured it's fair for others to know how they may invest their money. Check the pics out. Ultimately, she fixed the broken nail for free and did a worser job. Didn't even bother cleaning it, shaping it or ensuring it was the same length/width to her other thumb. Im now gana have to go home and file the sides and length. Never again...

The owner took four of us as a walk in for pedicures and they did a great job. The workers didn't…read morespeak much English but they are all smiles and they take their time with the pedicure process. They double check their work and ensure everything is perfect. It's very professional and comfortable in their shop. The massage chairs are the best!

Look at the side of the "fixed nail"

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Polished

3.4(259 reviews)

1.6 mi

•$$$

This nail salon is one of the best I've been to! One of the first things I noticed is that it…read moredoesn't have the strong chemical smell that many salons do, which makes the experience much more comfortable. The chairs are comfortable, and the staff is always friendly, professional, and welcoming. They genuinely seem to enjoy what they do--you can often hear them laughing and having a good time while still providing excellent service. The quality of their work is consistently great. I appreciate the bags that line the tubs to make it clean and safe for us. The staff also speaks English very well, along with other languages, which makes communication easy and is something I really appreciate. Another thing I love is that they usually accommodate walk-ins. I've never had to wait long, which is a huge plus. My only criticism is that on a few occasions I stopped in just to have my gel polish removed, but I was told I would need to pay for a full manicure even though I only wanted the removal. I wish they offered a standalone gel removal service for customers who don't need a manicure. I also think the prices are higher at this salon than others in the area. Overall, I highly recommend this salon. The excellent customer service, positive atmosphere, and quality of their work keep me coming back. Keep up the great work!

Horrible. I went for an acrylic fill, and they left me completely unsatisfied. She got gel all over…read moremy finger & cuticle, super uneven, bumpy, & crooked.

Sharika did cute little watermelons!

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Three empty chairs for customers

Luxury Nail & Spa

3.8(178 reviews)

This is a great, reliable nail salon! Good quality--nails last well even while doing yard work,…read moreetc. Their recommendations are reliable and they don't constantly try to upsell you with unnecessary options. I have tried and strongly recommend manicure, both regular and tips, pedicure and brow wax.

Holly has been doing my nails for quite a while now, and I don't go to nobody else! She always…read morekills it with my gel manicures. She's super sweet, and always does a great job with nailing the photo inspiration I may have. I always get compliments on my nails. Thanks Holly!

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Julian Beauty Salon

3.9(97 reviews)

I have known Juliann since she opened her practice she is the only person I have been going to for…read moreyears she know everything about nails and she is so talented not only nails but hair and waxing as well as facials

Great mani pedi experience on an unexpected week day off. Will definitely be back soonish for…read moreanother mani pedi.

By julian

Julian did my wedding nails and they came out better than I could've imagined!

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Fancy Nails

4.6(156 reviews)

5.6 mi

The best pedicure I ever had!! Debbie did an amazing job. She was friendly and skilled Fancy Nails…read moreis the best on the Peninsula by far!!

We were in the area for a formal event and we were sorely in need of mani-pedis. This place fit the…read morebill: prices were amazing, walk-in service was available, staff were welcoming and kept us comfortable, and the store was clean. The store offered a great array of nail colors. While I don't have pictures, I was super pleased with the outcome of my pedicure that as of this writing is STILL intact. And this was not a gel pedicure! Nice!!

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Perfect Nails

4.5(2 reviews)

0.6 mi

Great experience. Maria was so gentle & kind especially with my sensitive toe, pedicure price is…read moreacceptable, shop didn't smell & was organized, love that it's by appointment only. Thank you Maria. I will surely be back next month. God bless you & your family a safe & healthy holiday .

Marie is the absolute best, my new favorite! She stayed late to fit me in when everyone else was…read moretoo busy for me today. That was amazing because my first day at my new job is tomorrow. I will never go anywhere else again!!

Had a fill and pedi

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Elegant Nails & Spa

4.3(261 reviews)

6.5 mi

I didn't receive service here myself, but I dropped in to pay in advance for my mom to get a…read moremani/pedi for her birthday. I called in advance and asked for the price. They were very transparent. No surprises when I came in. My mom loved her new set and the service they gave her. She mentioned the chill vibe here, as well as the professionalism of the tech.

Went to this nail salon and had a terrible experience. The nail tech, Ben, told me I needed a…read morecompletely new set because my nails "weren't good," even though I had just gotten a brand-new full set. I showed him the design I wanted, but the finished result looked nothing like the picture I provided. To make matters worse, I was charged $90 for the set. Within two days, my nails were already chipping and developing black spots. After I returned from out of town, my fiancé went back to request a refund because of the poor quality of the work. Instead of addressing the issue professionally, the salon refused to provide a refund and ended up calling the police. I paid good money expecting quality service and professional customer care, but unfortunately, I received neither. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this salon to anyone looking for quality nail services.

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Bella S.

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5 years ago

2nd timer.... It's always as if they treat you like it's your first time. Tu, Rosie, Hanna so gentle so easy to talk to and get what you want, done! I forgot to take pictures when I got them done. Photos are a little over a week after getting them done. I love this color! read more

Andrea S.

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5 years ago

Love getting my nails done here! Great service, super clean, and everyone is so friendly! Being able to text to get an appointment is fantastic. I highly recommend Mermaid Nails! read more

Monica G.

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6

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6 years ago

I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend coming here! They are super friendly and give great customer service! This is my new favorite spot I will for sure be coming back for a full! read more

Sandra A.

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4

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6 years ago

My first time here and they did an amazing job !! They gave me what I asked for and the staff was very friendly

Paty Z.

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1

6 years ago

The best nails in the area i love it

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Andy is the best. Always does what I ask for! Follows directions. I refer him to all my friendsread more

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I am typing this review because I would like to point out that the quality and customer care that I…read morehave receive from this business has diminished by a lot since I started First going for nail care. I have received several services which I have not been happy with and the constant going back and forth for nail replacements have become exhausting. My nail never looked lovely or professionally done as they should have. Attached our pictures of the set of nails and the type of care I received. I have trusted these techs and their work and I have received nothing but disappointments. Although paying for the full gel service, I did not receive the quality of work that I should have. this has been a repetitive issue that I have finally decided to go to a different nail salon which ultimately took care of my needs above and beyond.

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