The best nail salon in London
Having neat, well-cared for nails is at the top of many people’s self care list. For some, it’s a non-negotiable. But finding a therapist that can really nail your vision every time can be tricky. Whether your go-to is chic French tip nails or you’re looking for extravagant holiday nails, getting a new mani-pedi by a professional therapist is the perfect way to show off your personality and feel put-together. But the big question is, where’s the best nail salon in London to go to? Luckily for us, London is home to hundreds of nail salons offering 5-star quality tips and toes. You can find everything from dramatic nail art to modest natural nails, ideal for any occasion or style. To help you choose, we’ve whittled it down to a small selection of our favourites.
Best nail salon for coffee and cocktails
Getting your nails done should be an experience. And at London Grace, it’s exactly that. With an extensive cocktail and coffee list, they take indulgence to a whole new level (they even offer 2 for 1 on cocktails 5-6pm every day). Enjoying a manicure whilst sipping a margarita? Absolute bliss. They also boast their own conscious nail care brand, so you’re sure to be in safe hands – literally. Image: London Grace
Best nail salon in central London for modest, neat nails
Sometimes simple is best, especially when it comes to nails. So if you’re wanting a manicure that’s perfectly plain and meticulously neat, Paint London is your go-to. They have any colour you could possibly think of, with the care and expertise to make them look natural, but picture-perfect. Find the team located inside The Beauty Club – you can get your lashes and hair done there too for a full day of self care.
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Best nail salon for wonderful and wacky nail art
Boring nails not for you? The team at Details is one of the best nail salons in London. It’s your best bet if you’re wanting to go all out with your nail art ideas and try something different. From hand-painted patterns to metallics and more, let your creativity run riot. They specialise in natural nails but also offer lashes and brow services.
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Best nail salon in east London for on-trend, bold and bright nails
Shoreditch Nails is renowned for their fun, bold nail art – they even have their very own nail polish brand, so you know they’re the real deal. If you unsure what’s cool and current their team will have you covered. Check out their extravagant nail art menu for some seriously cool inspiration to delight your nail design ideas.
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Best for convenience, Urban mobile nail technicians
If your preferred salon is always booked up, you struggle to squeeze in appointments, or you’re big on convenience, skip the hassle and book a nail technician to your home when it suits you. With Urban, you can book an expert nail technician to be at yours in as little as 60 minutes. Some pros even offer nail art, so you don’t have to compromise on quality (or fun). Save yourself the travel time and book self care straight to your door.
Mobile manicure FAQs
All Urban pros are qualified in every treatment they offer. We check their experience, qualifications and kit to make sure you get beautiful nails at home, every time.
Nope! For nails, you just need a space where you can sit opposite your pro (ideally near a plug socket) as well as access to hot water for hand and foot soaks.
Your pro will bring almost everything needed to treat you safely at home, including salon-grade products, tools and a portable treatment table. For facials and pedicures, your pro will need access to a sink, and for facials you’ll need a couple of towels for the table.
Our regular Urban users say home nail treatments are even better than the salon as there’s no rushing for the tube, no waiting for your nails to dry, and no loud music or TV. But don’t just take our word for it, check out the 5-star reviews we get from Urban users across four cities every day.
With Urban, you can find therapists from London's best nail salons that are available to come to you at your home, hotel or even the office. We only partner with qualified, insured and quality-checked pros to deliver the best experience.