I got a mani-pedi last minute. For my manicure, the nail tech cut and prodded at my cuticles to the point where I started bleeding. The polish was painted on kind of sloppy, filling into the cuticles. As for my pedicure, I liked how it was done but I had to sit and wait for a while (maybe 10ish minutes after I finished my mani) before someone told me they would come help me soon. I did come in last minute, but I wouldn't recommend coming for a manicure. Only a pedicure. read more

Royal Nail and Spa - Massage Near Me - Tolland, Connecticut

Went in with my mom and grandma with no appointment, and the three of us got pedicures (and a manicure). The staff were very accommodating and fit us in even with more appointments coming in, and from what I saw no one was kept waiting for very long at all. The store was very clean. The basic pedicure came with a foot massage (which was lovely) and the basic manicure came with an upper back/shoulder massage. They also dipped my hands in wax and they have never been softer. I will definitely be returning soon !!! read more

Best nail salon in the area, hands down! I've had a different technician every time and I've been so pleased each visit. I usually get a gel mani and gel pedi and they're also reasonably priced. Attention to detail is held to a high standard here. No dip, but experts at the services they offer. Would highly recommend. read more

Royal Nail and Spa - Gel manicure. Color: Lisbon Wants Moor - Massage Near Me - Tolland, Connecticut

always amazing. owners are kind and accommodating and always do a wonderful job. i have been coming since they first opened, and never leave unhappy! read more

Royal Nail and Spa - Massage Near Me - Tolland, Connecticut

Do not go here. One of the worst nails salons I have ever been to. I only went twice and both times had a very poor experience from the two people who seemed to be in charge. I was laughed at when I told them I wanted a french tip on my nails by the male worker there. When I told him what I wanted which was hard gel fill he did not believe that that's what I had currently on my nails and constantly was making snarky comments about it. I went a second time after that to get the nails I had gotten previously taken off. I made an appointment like I was told to do and still waited almost 30 mins before someone began my service. Why would you ask me to make an appointment when the business themselves cannot follow them. I had asked just for the hard gel to be taken off and then a regular manicure to follow. I was criticized for the hard gel not coming off easily when it was their hard gel that was on my nails... the same two people the women and man who seemed to be in charge were the ones who were making this unnecessary comments. The main lady was the one working on my nails and said she was done with still all the shaving all over my nails and hard gel on my nails. I had said there is still gel on my nails and she had no care to finish her work. I also had booked a manicure which I did not receive but at this point I no longer wanted their services. Horrible horrible salon that is over priced and the customer service is awful. So many better options for cheaper if you drive and extra 10 minutes. Do not go here. read more

We had a terrible experience at Royal Nail today. My sister asked for a pedicure for her birthday present and after reading the reviews, I made an appointment at Royal Nail. We arrived promptly for our 10:30 appointment where we found all stations occupied. The man who greeted us confirmed, yes, 2 pedicures for 10:30, please choose your color. We did that and then sat on the couch. We waited for 20 minutes during which no one spoke to us, acknowledged that we were waiting or made any attempt to provide us with the service I had carefully reserved. Unfortunately, we simply left and now my sister did not get her birthday present. Very strange experience and not at all friendly or welcoming. I would strongly recommend giving this place a miss. Super disappointed!! read more

Brought my visiting family in for a treat if pedicures and manicures. They accommodated all 5 of us. They were very nice to my mom who is older and hard of hearing. She has thick nails and calluses that they took nice care of. My polish is still perfect and it's been over a month. I'm looking forward to seeing them again soon! read more

When I've had a week, you know, a total week, the best place to dump all that toxic negativity is in a massage chair with your feet being pampered. And let me tell you, the paraffin treatment sends you into the stratosphere! Royal Nails May just be my favorite place on earth. read more

Best spot for nails near UConn! Ella is a top-notch manicurist - she really takes her time and is a complete perfectionist. Prices are reasonable (32 for a gel manicure). Overall a great salon! read more

Love this nail salon. Best manicure and pedicure in the area. If you have the budget I highly recommend their spa manicures (pomegranate, green tea, or silky milk spa, the last one is my FAV-$50 and up). Everytime I get one I feel like new from the knee down. I don't do tips, acrylic or gel, but see plenty of ladies that come in for the service. They also do the gel paint color for nails and carry multiple brands. I can also recommend their eyebrow waxing services. So how good are they? I live in East Hartford and make the 20 minute drive. There are plenty of shops in my town, but not as good when it comes to quality and service. My nails are worth it. read more

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A great place to get a manicure or a pedicure. It is super cute and very clean inside. The business is family owned and you can feel the love and pride they take in their spa. The pedicures are very reasonable (for CT!) only $30. I went in for the first time today and was very impressed! They include a hot stone, as well as a paraffin wax. They also do a short shoulder massage when you are all done! I only got a pedicure, but my friend also got a manicure and loved it. I have not tried any of their gel services yet, but it looks like I won't be disappointed! They also offer a membership card that is super simple. You visit ten times, you get ten dollars off! So great and easy unlike some more complicated and costly plans! I will definitely be coming back here soon! read more

Clean, professional, and outstanding service! Ive been a customer for years now and have never been disappointed. Royal Nails is by far the best place to get pampered. Highly reccommend their services. Typically I get extention nails and eyebrows done and Ive always had amazing results. read more

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I definitely felt like royalty here! We came in as a group of five with reservations. We didn't get put in our chairs for about 20 mins because they wanted to make sure we all sat together which I appreciate and don't always expect in a big group. They worked hard to keep us all on a similar schedule even though we were seated so late. So that's my only qualm, it took over an hour to do all of us but we were a big group so I can't be mad about that. The pedicures we got were super super good and I really liked that we got to pick the scrub they used and it came out of its own individual package. That made me feel kind of special and you know that the product they are using isn't watered down or whatever. We finished with a little shoulder massage and omg I loved it. This is probably the best pedicure I've ever had, it was amazing!!! read more

Royal Nail and Spa is very clean, well run, and has reasonable prices. My friends and I all went at the same time and they were very well staffed to handle a large group! Would definitely recommend. read more

honestly, the best nail salon i've ever been to. every time i get my nails done here, they last for more than 2 weeks and i am very active. hidden gem. read more

Royal Nail and Spa - Massage Near Me - Tolland, Connecticut

The consistency of all the technicians at this place is unmatched. I've been getting both pedicures & manicures (shellac) here for 3 years. This past year I moved to Massachusetts, and still drive almost an hour to have them do my nails. The basic pedicure comes with a hot stone treatment and you get to choose which lotion they put on your legs. While some technicians may be better than others, my manicures and pedicures always last at least a full 3 weeks if not a month. I would highly recommend anyone that is wants consistency with their nails to start coming here. read more

I am giving this place a 2 star. I would've gave a one star if the girl who did my pedicure hadn't done such a good job. Me and my girlfriend came here for our first time as she wanted to try something closer to the apartment. We get here and although I didn't get an appointment and my girlfriend did, they still took me. So we sit next to each other and this guy did my girlfriend's pedicure and a woman did mines. The woman was amazing, perfect, took her time and everything. The guy, the asshole, kept looking at the woman doing my pedicure while doing my girlfriend's, and didn't even cut the cuticles during my girlfriend's pedicure, and still making it awkward for the lady doing mines. Even after all that, my girlfriend was texting me complaining how he was doing a shitty job. The icing on the cake, when the lady finished, I told her that I wanted a manicure as well, and then I literally sat at the manicure station for 20 minutes waiting. Come to find out, my girlfriend texted me that the guy who did her pedicure told the woman, "stop what you are doing and do the pedicure for the next person" So I never got my manicure and sat here looking like a dumbass and every customer after that got situated and taken care of while I sat. So, that being said, never again will we be coming back here. That kind of customer service is horrible and unacceptable. To be honest, I feel like it was because me and my girlfriend were the only African American Hispanic, couple here while everyone else was caucasian. I hate to play that card but it is what is. read more

Conveniently located off the highway and near UCONN, friendly and skilled staff. Salon is clean, well decorated, and very reasonably priced! I won't go anywhere else now that I've been here. read more

Went here for the first time and had a great experience. The staff is very nice. I got a gel manicure and pearl pedicure and it was amazing! They pay attention to detail and leave you feeling like new. Great place read more

I stopped in for a pedicure after dropping my son off at preschool. I was instantly greeted, asked which service I was looking for, and asked to choose my color. Zero wait time (midday, weekday). The woman who gave me my pedicure did a great job, didn't fret when I accidentally smudged the polish on my way to the dryer, just quickly fixed for me. The shoulder massage at the dryer was a nice touch. I'll be going back very soon for a manicure in preparation for a wedding. read more

My mom and I had an apt for 1st thing in the morning but when we got there they were full and we were told it would be a half hour wait. We specifically chose a 1st thing apt at a specific time and we expected to be seen. Now the mother of the bride in a wedding has extra stress to deal with the day before because the salon couldn't keep an appointment. I am very dissatisfied with this salon as I had never had to wait at any other salon when I had an appointment. read more

I highly recommend this salon! First of all, they are open 7 days a week (sans holidays?). I made an appointment the day before for a 10am appointment (opening time on Sunday). As I arrived 5 minutes 'til, truthfully I expected to have to sit and wait for them to open and then get themselves ready but much to my delight when I pulled up, the store was already open and ready! A friendly, smiling staff member greeted me with an open door! They recieved me immediately to choose my color and showed me to a chair as soon as I was ready. The color selection is great and I loved the numbering system they use! It makes it so easy to not only find the color(s) you want, but they have many (all?) of the same shades coded to their color match in alternative polish styles (gel vs regular polish). In other words, it was really simple to choose the color I wanted on a sample ring and then they could grab regular polish for my toes and gel polish for my fingernails that match. Everything seemed very clean and well thought out. The space itself is bright and inviting. Ellen did my pedicure and it was fantastic - everything I want out of a pedicure plus she is nice! Eric did my manicure which also exceeded my expectations including the wax dip and shoulder massage . I asked for a mermaid design on one finger (showed him a picture) and he quickly and easily knocked it out for me! The ladies were all so friendly and wore adorable matching aprons - very classy! The prices are fair and I could leave a tip on my card (no need for cash) although they do have an ATM right there for you if you prefer. Mani/pedi done and out the door in an hour. I couldn't be more pleased. read more

Royal Nail and Spa - Beach ready!! - Massage Near Me - Tolland, Connecticut

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Wonderful service!!! Each nail technician spends lots of time with their client and makes sure each nail is perfect. I have been going every 2 weeks for almost a year, and have never been disappointed! read more

I have had a manicure and pedicure here a few times now. It is always amazing! The service is excellent. They take their time and never make you feel rushed which is what I find at most places. Definitely check this place out if you have a few hours to sit back and enjoy! read more

Make sure you have schedule an appointment in advance and plan to be there for at least an hour! I LOVED my gel manicure--the manicurist took her time and you can see that! Will definitely be returning!! read more

I always get my gel nails done here and they always do an awesome job. Large OPI gel nail selection- super shiny! They are often very busy so sometimes your technician will be working on another person as well or answering phones. So make sure you go with plenty of time to spare and patience. Would highly recommend! read more

Love this place--staff is friendly and they always ask me about my kids and my mom when I walk in. Beautiful facility. Manicures and pedicures are great, and when I bring my children in, they are always given the "royal" treatment. Highly recommend! read more

There are a couple options for nail salons in the Uconn area but Royal Nails is where I tell all my friends to go. No other salon that I have ever been to takes the time to give you a back rub, do the hot wax and hand/foot rub with any basic service. I love the atmosphere and while it definitely is a busy place I have never really felt rushed, I do chose to go on slower nights. This place is worth every penny and I would still pay more. read more

Don't go here if you are in a rush. They do a really good job but they take their time. Clean & polite. I like to relax when I get my nails and feet done so I prefer to not be rushed. Best gel manicure I've ever gotten. They have so many color options and It's stayed on longer than all the others. Definitely recommend! read more

While it's not the cheapest place, $30 for a gel manicure, the attention to detail and perks included are top notch. Also, definitely don't come here if you are in a rush because the manicurists take their time, which is NOT a bad thing! My manicurist took the time to tell me that the polish I picked out was see through and encouraged me to pick out another color to use as a base at no extra charge. The gel manicure came with a paraffin wax treatment for my hands and a mini neck/back massage. With no appointment, at 4:45pm on a Thursday, I was seated immediately and was finished in an hour. Extremely pleased with the professionalism and the manicure itself! I have also previously received a pedicure here which I also immensely enjoyed. read more

I drive the extra miles from West Hartford to get my pedicures here because it is THAT good! Long leg and foot massages, and even a fabulous chair massage if they aren't too busy! And, of course, the paint job is perfect. At Royal Nail, they paint right up to your cuticle, which not only looks better, it also makes the pedicure last longer. The girls are so friendly and nice too, so you really can't beat it. I refuse to go anywhere else. read more

This place is very clean and sanitary. I've had both a pedicure and manicure here, on separate occasions, done by different employees, and they both have turned out great. They are a little bit more expensive than other nail salons, but it's worth the few extra dollars. I will definitely keep going here. read more

Stopped by today for a quick pedicure before a weekend trip. I've paid way more for less or similar quality pedicures. Was taken right away as a walk-in and given a thorough pedicure for the time I was there. Will absolutely come back! read more

Havent been here in six months because they have no consideration for your time. Would make an appointment and still have to wait 45 minutes. Tried to give them another chance. Came in with my daughter for two pedis and Mani. Had our pedis and went to the Mani chairs and they started hers and mine went to do someone else's pedi. No explanation. Just left sitting and waiting. Will not come backm. Great if you have all day to wait read more

I've been going here exclusively for probably 4 years. I think the value is terrific with a pedicure for $30 in a very nice, clean bight atmosphere. I usually don't have an appointment and have never had to wait even when it's busy, there are a lot of pedi stations. If I get a 'regular' technician they know I tip well and I usually get good service, although they've never learned my name, they are very pleasant and professional. Usually it's a very good pedicure if it's one of the regulars, occasionally if it's someone I've never seen before it can be hit or miss. It is always very clean which I very much appreciate. I plan to even take my elderly mother in law there for her first pedicure this spring. So I recommend it. read more

I keep telling myself that I can't expect very much because it was just a $15 manicure but... I was a walk in on a Saturday and when I got there they were pretty busy. I had to wait about 15 minutes but I was in no hurry so I didn't mind. I was surprised by the amount of kids that were there. I was really expecting a relaxing manicure appointment but there were kids running around everywhere... They got me in and did my nails in a hurry to the point where they had two different people doing my nails. I didn't know who to tip and I definitely wasn't going to tip more than once because I never asked for more than one person to do my nails.. It was all going great until they rushed me over to the drying table. My nails had rubbed against the edge of the narrow drying table while I was putting my hands in. I pointed out to the person before they left me that my nail polish was now all messed up. He kind of just acknowledged it but then did say anything else to me and theThen another person proceeded to come over and take a look at my nails and then fix them but she only fixed one and then took a look at the rest and didn't fix the other two that were messed up. Then she walked away. At that point I was really stressed and no one told me how long I was supposed to let them dry for so after I had felt I had been there for the adequate amount of time I got up and walked up to the register to pay. I then noticed after I got home that I messed up another nail as well! I really liked the nail salon where I used to live so maybe I'm used to getting spoiled or something but I definitely expected more... I won't be back. I rather pay more for better and more skilled service.. read more

Best mani/pedi I've had (and I've had lots)! Trusted this salon with a gel mani before my wedding. They were meticulous, and it looked great for weeks afterward. Very nice people, gave me a gift certificate of congratulations! read more

First time trying this nail salon. I enjoyed my pedicure and the shoulder massage was a nice touch. My toes look great! I'll be back.

We were taken care of and my regular manicure looks amazing! My boyfriend's mom requested a pomegranate spa and she was especially cared for. I will recommend that they pay close attention to anyone with walking disabilities. Toward the end a rolling chair nearly caused an accident with her. Her feet feel relaxed though! I thought they made her time there worthwhile. Thank you! My bf's mom forgot her wedding ring and a lovely customer turned it in. We are so lucky! What integrity and honesty! read more

A family run business that really strives to make the clients happy. I called late last night and I was able to get in on New Years eve!! The tech providing the pedi was attentive to what she is doing. Eka is wonderful!! read more