Best Nail Salons in Melbourne
Compare the top nail salons in Melbourne, VIC — ranked by our composite reputation score.
Updated September 2026 · Based on 10,324 real Google reviews across 45 nail salons
Top Nail Salons in Melbourne, VIC
The best nail salons in Melbourne, VIC are Posh Nails Boutique (5.0★, 589 reviews), Tipsy Turvy Nails by Heena (5.0★, 333 reviews), MARIS BEAUTY MELBOURNE (4.8★, 1494 reviews), Prosperity Nails & Beauty (4.9★, 373 reviews) and Zoe Beauty Bar (4.8★, 351 reviews). Each is ranked by an independent reputation score from real Google reviews (10,324 reviews analysed across 45 businesses) — see the full top 45 below. Rankings last updated September 2026.
Nhu Nails and Beauty - Port Melbourne
Read 200 reviews · Score: 79/100
Queen B Skin and Beauty
Read 895 reviews · Score: 70/100
Amora Nails Waxing Eyelash Skin Treatment - Melbourne CBD
Read 632 reviews · Score: 67/100
Beauty Genesis - Melbourne Central
Read 221 reviews · Score: 67/100
Haus & Co Beauty Bar (Hair, Nails, Tinting, Lashes, Waxing, Shop is on the right of KFC)
Read 378 reviews · Score: 61/100
Mee Nail
Read 126 reviews · Score: 61/100
Odyssey Nails Melbourne Central
Read 356 reviews · Score: 58/100
Natural Nails & Beauty L&S Port Melbourne
Read 22 reviews · Score: 55/100
Dreamy Nails
Read 9 reviews · Score: 34/100
Beauty Genesis - The Strand Arcade Shopping Centre
Read 37 reviews · Score: 17/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about nail salons in Melbourne.
Who are the best nail salons in Melbourne?
We've ranked the top 45 nail salons in Melbourne, VIC based on our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence. Our rankings are updated daily.
How do you rank nail salons in Melbourne?
Each business gets a reputation score out of 100 from three things: its Google star rating (up to 47 points), how many reviews back that rating (up to 35), and whether customers can reach it via a website and phone number (up to 18). Review volume is the one part that can subtract: below 15 reviews it costs points, because a near-empty review record gives a stranger very little to go on. No score falls below 0, nothing else is counted, and placement cannot be bought. The score measures the strength of a business's public review record rather than the quality of its work, so it is worth reading the reviews as well — every listing links to them on Google.
Why does a nail salon with all 5-star reviews score lower than one with a lower rating?
Because review volume counts as well as rating, and below 15 reviews it counts against you. Five perfect reviews are encouraging but thin evidence; three hundred reviews averaging 4.7 tell a stranger far more about what to actually expect on the day. That is a judgement about how much proof exists, not about the quality of the work, and a newer business with a handful of excellent reviews may still be the right choice. The star rating and review count sit next to every score so you can weigh both yourself.
Why does the same business not appear several times?
Some businesses run more than one Google listing, often one per suburb they service. Those are the same company, so we group them and show the business once, using the listing with the strongest review record.
How many nail salons are there in Melbourne?
We track hundreds of nail salons across Melbourne and the wider VIC area. This page shows the top 45 based on their online reputation.
How can I improve my nail salon business ranking in Melbourne?
The best way to improve your ranking is to consistently collect genuine customer reviews. Businesses that actively manage their online reputation typically see 2-3x more enquiries. Tools like Starworks can automate this process.
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