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    Serenity - A Nail Boutique

    3.2 (218 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Closed • 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Services - Serenity - A Nail Boutique

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Nail fill-in

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    Pamper in the butterfly chair
    April Dawn S.

    I'm still coming here 9 years later for my pedicures. They are still the best gel pedicure imo, I will continue coming. Tina was my favorite but I still haven't had a bad experience yet. (And they always accommodate my baby niece. It's her fav place too).

    Nails by Ally
    B Y.

    Request Ally or Jasmine for beautiful nail designs. Been seeing them for a couple of years now, and I've been very happy with their services. :) Great Vibe all around!

    Melissa did a great job with my gel nails, love the shape! The color is from the sheer palette, #871
    Laura G.

    Melissa did a great job with my gel nails, love the shape! The color is from the sheer palette, #871

    Recent gel mani
    Merry L.

    Ive been going here for a long time now. The technicians i have found have become my favorite for both gel manis and pedicures. They usually last a long time and look great. They recently upgraded their massage chairs as well. They are a bit pricey, but I find them worth it!!

    Ally is amazing!!! She knocked these out like it was nothing! I always come here when I need something simple or crazy

    Nadia G.

    Decided to give this nail boutique a try because I received a gift card. The nail Technician's are nice and friendly. I found the services average and the prices too high for what you get.

    Dead plant at the entrance.
    P. F.

    This place is dirty, outdated, and in DIRE need of a renovation - or a deep cleaning at the very least. Let us start by the dead plants that assault your eyes upon entering the shop (pictures for reference), followed by the unsightly cardboard boxes the shop owners have in plain sight stacked up against the window by the front desk. It gets worse. There are LAYERS of filth anywhere you turn. Look up at the ceiling lamps - covered in thick layers of dust. Look at the televisions - covered in the thick layers of dust. Look at the walls - dirty and in need of repair. Look at their chairs, towels, etc. I don't think they have done anything beyond basic sweeping since moving in to this shop. The last time this place was truly clean was likely when they first opened eight years ago. It's disgusting. Their chairs are broken and the upholstery is peeling. If they keep their shop dirty, what else do they keep dirty? Are they sanitary with their tools? Let's talk about management. The owner, Tawny, is rarely at the shop. She neglects her store, treats her employees like a sweatshop, and is beyond superficial with her clients. She only cares about herself, and it's so obvious. Her husband Kevin is more humane. Honestly you would never guess this place is in Carmel Valley. It's filthy, run down, and you would have a more upscale (or at least clean) experience elsewhere. If it wasn't for my amazing nail tech, I would 100% go elsewhere. I would recommend you go elsewhere as well, at least until the owners do something to bring their nail salon to an acceptable level of cleanliness and to the 21st century.

    Gel x long round nail Ferrari red
    Tiffany H.

    Underrated gem! This nail salon exceeded my expectations. Impeccable service, attention to detail, and a serene atmosphere. Deserves every bit of a five-star rating on Yelp! I was hesitant because it was showing 3.5 stars but as soon as I walked it the salon was clean and pretty. Staff sat me for gel x and pedicure immediately. Did nails at same time. Thank you I'll be back worth the 20 min drive

    Shalini G.

    My teen daughter introduced me to Serenity. she had come here with friends a few times so i joined her one day. I have my usual spots ...now this may be my new spot! huge space tons of spa chairs and stations. my pedicure really last and looked amazing! friendly service yup...i'll update after a 2nd visit.

    I went in for a quick mani and and removal of my gel. Then I decided just removal of Gel and cut my cuticles. They charged me for a mani with Gel take off. They didn't add any color as you can see or massage. They still charged me for a mani and gel takeoff instead of just gel takeoff off and cuticle removal. This was a $10 difference. Do not go here. First time and won't go back!

    Patricia W.

    This is the place for you if you want your nails to look like this six days after paying $124. Betty did a terrible job. Gel polish was put on way too thick.

    If you want chunky and bulky nails and a nail technician that talks over you and rushes for a $15 design. That's your place

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    2 years ago

    Tawny and her staff are amazing! They always do such a great job and the salon is always clean! Everyone is always so nice and friendly!

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    3 years ago

    Love coming here. Most consistent pedicure place in San Diego. I've come here a lot over the years and still keep coming back.

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    I cheated on my go-to to come here. I normally don't like to go to places in CV because every time…read moreI've had a bad experience. However, I was waiting for my daughter to finish selling Girl Scout cookies at her booth and didn't want to drive back and forth from my usual place. This place is extremely clean and the vibe is super cute. I like that the spa chairs foot wash are like mother of pearl shells. Very kind service, I had Tina and she was very detailed. I got the European pedicure which comes with a massage and callous remover. The massage was excellent! She even put a mask on my legs. Very bougie! I loved my pedicure and highly recommend this place. Keep in mind the prices are higher than other places obviously since it's in CV. But locals are lucky to have this addition next to Pavilions.

    Their attention to detail, quality and efficiency is what makes this place a good one to consider…read more I believe I was in/out in a little over an hour for a pedi and fill. The liners used for the pedi basin leaves you feeling secure in keeping health standards high. The pillows to put your arms for rest while getting a manicure or fill is nice to keep you comfortable. Very clean and well kept. My regular salon is about $40 less than here (even with tip). Just tried them out because it's close to where I live and I wanted to see if it would be worth the shorter drive. The nice thing is appt not needed and I was seen within minutes of walking in. Should I be in a last minute need, I'll likely come again.

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