Ara Spa

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Nail fill-in

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Hand and toe nail fill-in

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Darlene A.

First time customer here, and totally love the results! I called the morning of for an appointment with Jenny to do Gel X. I really liked the service from start to end, she shaped & cleaned my nails really well. Even for one of the nails it didn't come out good & she re-did it. I showed her how I wanted my nails & she did an amazing job, very beautifully detailed . Jenny was so friendly & easy to talk with, I'd definitely come back and recommend to friends/ family. Look no further, if you need to get a manicure/ pedicure go to Ara spa!

Very sweet girl with a bear sweater on took me for a walk in and gave me the perfect thick, square french tips I love !! Super quick too :)

Jenny killed it! This was my first time getting a full set done and it was an absolutely amazing experience. The ladies were very friendly and kind, and after showing Jenny my nail inspo she was very transparent with what she thought would looked good and made sure that I liked the colors/design. I really loved how she was careful to fix mistakes and checked in with me during the whole process. I had so much fun with Jenny and the ladies at Ara Spa and will definitely be visiting again soon! Much love to the ladies at Ara!

I got a manicure today and had my nails cut. The nail tech cut double the length she showed me off. My nails have never been this short in my entire life even when I actively bit them. I left the nail salon crying. I went in with very long natural nails and they are cut below my fingertips now. I have never not given a tip for a service until this. The pink nails are from today and the french tip are before having them before the damage done.

harmonytuna

I've gone to a few nail salons in Davis, this one never disappoints. They can do simple nails and even complex designs. The service is consistently good, the ladies are always friendly! Such a relaxing place to get your nails done and reasonably priced.

never come here. i got my acrylics removed and the lady cut me so bad and i was still forced to paid for the service. she used a fake nail under my acrylics to remove them and it cut through my nail until you could see the skin underneath. absolutely never ever come here i cannot say that enough. this establishment is a joke to say the least. you cannot just destroy your clients nail like this and make them pay for the service. only after she cut my nail did she soak off the rest. ara nail spa needs different workers, management, or whatever it is that causes them to run their business this way. 0 stars.

Jenny at Ara Spa in Davis is by far the most talented and kindest nail tech I have ever had. Every time I come in she is very welcoming and happy to see me. She is great when booking appointments and is super accommodating. She never fails to make my nails look BEAUTIFUL and does a great job giving you what you want. She takes her time and is very attentive in her skill. 10/10 Recommend!!!

Lala R.

I thought I would never find a good nail salon in Davis but I was wrong! Jenny slayed my nails! She is a true artist and was very kind and attentive through out the whole process, she didn't rush and even offered me to come back in if the paint chipped for free of cost.!! Thanks Jenny !

Giselle G.

Let me put you on Jenny: she does not play about nails, she came to slay! Van Gogh who? Jenny will execute your vision every single time and beyond. My nails have never lasted more than a week anywhere else, but with Jenny these nails last me weeks without a single chip. Go! 10/10

This is definitely one of the best nail places I've been too! I tried San Francisco and East Bay but it was only decent service. I had a regular in LA and I thought that was good but my recent nail experiences from here have changed my standard for quality! Jenny is so kind, quick, and accommodating! She does great nail designs and even improves the inspo I show her! I'm really picky about the shape but she always reassures me it will be what I want. I always go for narrow almond but since my nail is kinda fragile right now, it has to be a little thicker. My nails are really thin right now and she chooses the best option for my nail health and it's definitely stronger. Will definitely be coming back whenever I can!

Absolutely loved my experience here! The salon itself is super clean and relaxing, but what really made it amazing was Jenny. She's seriously the sweetest so kind, so patient, and incredibly precise with her work. You can tell she really cares about the details, but somehow still finished everything quickly without rushing. I left with exactly what I wanted and couldn't stop staring at my nails after. Definitely coming back and definitely asking for Jenny again!

I got lucky and was able to book with Jenny the same day I called the salon. After reading other reviews, they recommended booking her in advance! Jenny was super sweet and really committed to recreating the design that I wanted and she was spot on. I'm so in love with how it came out! I usually drive all the way to Vallejo but I'm so happy I found a nail tech closer to me!

cherry nail design! so happy with how it turned out :) $80 highly recommend this place!

Jennifer P.

I'm not sure what her name was, but she was the younger nail tech. She was very kind and always checked in to make sure the shape and design was what I wanted. I wanted a cherry nail design for the holidays, and she delivered! So happy with the results! It was $80 for the design on each nail ($60 without design). Would definitely come back again :)

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Karl T.

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I'm a guy and I can confidently say this was the best manicure of my life. The technician was incredibly precise and knew exactly what she was doing -- especially when it came to cleaning up and finding all the dead skin around my nails without being rough. She paid attention to every detail, didn't rush anything, and made sure everything looked clean and healthy by the end. The hand massage was also top-tier, and the hot towel finish was the perfect way to wrap it all up -- super relaxing and honestly next-level. If you're someone who thinks manicures are just a quick trim and done, this will change your mind. Professional, thorough, and absolutely worth it. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

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angela g.

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very friendly service they always take me in even if it's busy and an hour before closing very clean inside good prices if you add your phone number, they sometimes text 10% discounts ! it's been a little over a month since i got a gel french pedi and my bf thought i just got them done again recently LOL read more

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Sara C.

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Super friendly service!! They take walks-ins, and even though they were super busy for the holidays, they made time to see me. I was not waiting for a long time for them to seat me. I asked for a more intricate design, and they did it very quickly and always asking whether I liked it throughout the manicure. I asked for gel on my natural nails, and they were very gentle and clean. They got my inspo picture and did my nails justice!! I will be definitely going there again!! Amazing service and very clean inside!! read more

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$78.99 for a manicure with gel builder - which involved cutting and making me bleed multiple times - is absolute robbery. I am infuriated. Do not go here. read more

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Erin E.

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I've gone here twice so far and had two great manicures and experiences! I called before going in and was seated immediately. The person doing my service was speedy but gentle. She shaped my nails perfectly, not removing too much length. I decided to give my nails a rest and just get gel nail polish instead of gel x extensions. The shop was clean and comfortable. I love my new nails! read more

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Darlene A.

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First time customer here, and totally love the results! I called the morning of for an appointment with Jenny to do Gel X. I really liked the service from start to end, she shaped & cleaned my nails really well. Even for one of the nails it didn't come out good & she re-did it. I showed her how I wanted my nails & she did an amazing job, very beautifully detailed . Jenny was so friendly & easy to talk with, I'd definitely come back and recommend to friends/ family. Look no further, if you need to get a manicure/ pedicure go to Ara spa! read more

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Very sweet girl with a bear sweater on took me for a walk in and gave me the perfect thick, square french tips I love !! Super quick too :) read more

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Lela N.

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Jenny killed it! This was my first time getting a full set done and it was an absolutely amazing experience. The ladies were very friendly and kind, and after showing Jenny my nail inspo she was very transparent with what she thought would looked good and made sure that I liked the colors/design. I really loved how she was careful to fix mistakes and checked in with me during the whole process. I had so much fun with Jenny and the ladies at Ara Spa and will definitely be visiting again soon! Much love to the ladies at Ara! read more

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Artemis L.

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Jenny was so awesome! Even when I made a mistake she had me come in and didn't charge me to fix it until I was fully satisfied. You don't find service like that anywhere! I love the vibe of the salon, but jenny is definitely a go to whenever you need your nails done! read more

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M D.

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I got a manicure today and had my nails cut. The nail tech cut double the length she showed me off. My nails have never been this short in my entire life even when I actively bit them. I left the nail salon crying. I went in with very long natural nails and they are cut below my fingertips now. I have never not given a tip for a service until this. The pink nails are from today and the french tip are before having them before the damage done. read more

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I've gone to a few nail salons in Davis, this one never disappoints. They can do simple nails and even complex designs. The service is consistently good, the ladies are always friendly! Such a relaxing place to get your nails done and reasonably priced. read more

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Armita G.

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never come here. i got my acrylics removed and the lady cut me so bad and i was still forced to paid for the service. she used a fake nail under my acrylics to remove them and it cut through my nail until you could see the skin underneath. absolutely never ever come here i cannot say that enough. this establishment is a joke to say the least. you cannot just destroy your clients nail like this and make them pay for the service. only after she cut my nail did she soak off the rest. ara nail spa needs different workers, management, or whatever it is that causes them to run their business this way. 0 stars. read more

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Catherine M.

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Had a great pedicure experience at Ara spa! The workers were nice and the spa is clean. Prices seem reasonable and they did a great job. This is also the first place I've been to that hasn't burned me with the hot stone massage during a pedicure too! read more

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Brena V.

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Jenny at Ara Spa in Davis is by far the most talented and kindest nail tech I have ever had. Every time I come in she is very welcoming and happy to see me. She is great when booking appointments and is super accommodating. She never fails to make my nails look BEAUTIFUL and does a great job giving you what you want. She takes her time and is very attentive in her skill. 10/10 Recommend!!! read more

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Taryn L.

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Just went in for a pedicure and was alarmed by the amount of actively sick employees working today. A woman was hacking in the corner without a mask and seemed very sick. My pedicurist was obviously ill. I understand that they probably don't get sick pay and don't have a choice. I wrote this as a warning for other people who are trying to avoid illness. It's clear this establishment does not support their sick workers. read more

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Lala R.

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I thought I would never find a good nail salon in Davis but I was wrong! Jenny slayed my nails! She is a true artist and was very kind and attentive through out the whole process, she didn't rush and even offered me to come back in if the paint chipped for free of cost.!! Thanks Jenny ! read more

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Giselle G.

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Let me put you on Jenny: she does not play about nails, she came to slay! Van Gogh who? Jenny will execute your vision every single time and beyond. My nails have never lasted more than a week anywhere else, but with Jenny these nails last me weeks without a single chip. Go! 10/10 read more

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Caitlin J.

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This is definitely one of the best nail places I've been too! I tried San Francisco and East Bay but it was only decent service. I had a regular in LA and I thought that was good but my recent nail experiences from here have changed my standard for quality! Jenny is so kind, quick, and accommodating! She does great nail designs and even improves the inspo I show her! I'm really picky about the shape but she always reassures me it will be what I want. I always go for narrow almond but since my nail is kinda fragile right now, it has to be a little thicker. My nails are really thin right now and she chooses the best option for my nail health and it's definitely stronger. Will definitely be coming back whenever I can! read more

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Jamie S.

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Absolutely loved my experience here! The salon itself is super clean and relaxing, but what really made it amazing was Jenny. She's seriously the sweetest so kind, so patient, and incredibly precise with her work. You can tell she really cares about the details, but somehow still finished everything quickly without rushing. I left with exactly what I wanted and couldn't stop staring at my nails after. Definitely coming back and definitely asking for Jenny again! read more

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Carol C.

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I had an eyebrow wax and one eyebrow is now noticeably narrower than the other. I asked for buffed nails and I did not get them. Just filed Pedicure was good read more

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Clovelle M.

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I got lucky and was able to book with Jenny the same day I called the salon. After reading other reviews, they recommended booking her in advance! Jenny was super sweet and really committed to recreating the design that I wanted and she was spot on. I'm so in love with how it came out! I usually drive all the way to Vallejo but I'm so happy I found a nail tech closer to me! read more

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Jennifer P.

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I'm not sure what her name was, but she was the younger nail tech. She was very kind and always checked in to make sure the shape and design was what I wanted. I wanted a cherry nail design for the holidays, and she delivered! So happy with the results! It was $80 for the design on each nail ($60 without design). Would definitely come back again :) read more

Ara Spa - cherry nail design! so happy with how it turned out :) $80 highly recommend this place! - Nail Salons Near Me - Davis, California

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Andrea C.

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I love Jenny! She was sure quick and gave me exactly what I wanted and pricing is super reasonable. read more

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Rachel H.

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Excellent service with great availability, quality of the acrylic fill is always incredible with super attention to detail. Misa is an amazing artist that never fails to WOW me with her execution of art designs. Her attention to detail is super cannot recommend enough! read more

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Emily B.

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This was my first time here, I had Misa do a fill for gel X and multiple designs. She did a fantastic job. I will be coming back. It is worth the price! read more

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Paige W.

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Came in looking for a quick eyebrow wax and wasn't greeted as you expect to be greeted. I asked if anyone had time to do an eyebrow wax real quick and there was only 3 other customers in there and the nail tech talked to someone in the back and then responded to me asking if I can come back and when I asked when she said "when it's not busy" and I just responded no, I'll go somewhere else. When someone, especially a nail tech ask you to come back they usually give a time but the woman who was speaking to me seem to have no interest in providing me a service... no problem went to Myland Nails and Spa instead and was greeted with quick, friendly service. I have no issue waiting because I'm used to going to nail salons that are actually busy but i don't pay for services at places where I'm obviously not welcomed. read more

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Yi Z.

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Cannot recommend Jenny and Ara SPA enough. Best nail salon in town. Let the nails speak for themselves and was only 65. Jenny executed exactly like the style I showed her in the picture. Now I feel like a Y2K baddie read more

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Ashley J.

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My friend and I called in and got appointments here for two full acrylic sets with gel. The nail lady was super nice and made sure I liked how my nails looked every step of the way (shape, length, color, etc.) My full set ended up being $55 without tip, which was definitely a reasonable price and competitive with the other nearby salons. Overall, I had a great experience and will for sure be back to get my fill here in a couple weeks! read more

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Michelle M.

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I love...love...love Ara Spa. Jenny is my person. She always knows what I like and takes care of me always. read more

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Louise L.

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i love this nail salon, and the nail lady really did the good job. The only disadvantage about service is that she put the nail tips on me right after seeing the pictures I show her, but what I really wanted was the original nails without the tips, so the price was a bit higher, but I could accept it, the result was great. read more

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Jay L.

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I was charged $111.99 total (added $15 tip) The gel manicure was listed as $36 & the deluxe pedicure was listed as $58. When questioned about the price difference, they acted as if they didn't understand. I am a stylist myself, and I always add a tip but it was before I noticed how uneven my nails were. The deluxe pedicure includes a paraffin wax, that I did not get at first .. I had to ask them for it. The massage was short probably 7 minutes total. Not worth the money terrible application & customer service. Will be requesting a refund. read more

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Alexia L.

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I would like to give this salon 1,000,000 stars if I could! I always get my nails done by Jenny, and she has great attention to detail and always leaves my dip nails perfect. I seriously get so many compliments on my nails all the time. I don't think there is any design she cannot do! Moreover, Jenny is so sweet and always asks me throughout the visit if I'm doing okay. The last time I was in, she even gave me a small bottle of cuticle oil to take home with me. Also, there's a huge range of colors to choose from for dip, which I think is very important. I could probably not think about one single bad thing about this salon even if I tried. I highly recommend this salon!! read more

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Alexandria M.

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I have been going here all year and always get compliments on my nail shape, color, and length. Jenny is the BEST! My friends and I all love Jenny. Ara is reasonably priced, has a great selection, and the nail techs can do anything! Thank you, Jenny!! read more

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Allison B.

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I came with a friend for a walk-in appointment today and was taken almost immediately after checking in. My experience was amazing and my nails turned out beautiful!! They also offer a student discount which is great. Everyone was very nice and my nail tech was very thorough! read more

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Natalie H.

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This is my nails 2 weeks after getting my nails done by Jenny! I got a gel manicure with a design, and it's still holding up perfectly! She used 3 layers of nail polish, when most salons only use 2 max. I credit her for how long my nails have lasted. Also, the lady who did my cat design did a wonderful job as well! She had to touch my phone every 30 seconds to keep the design photo showing and both ladies were very kind! Overall, this was a great experience and well-worth the money! I also got an eyebrow wax and the head massage was so relaxing! Great service! read more

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Jenny was so good to me. I did a last minute walk in and they took me in right away. I gave them pic of my inspirations for my new set acrylic nails. Jenny took her time and took real good care with my hands and fingers. She is my go to nail queen. Thank you for your service, see you in 2 weeks read more

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I love love love my nails from Ara. I squeal pretty much every time I get my nails done. Jenny is my dream nail tech. The color and designs always last and I get daily compliments with nail design. Quality nails for a GREAT price. read more

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Isabella L.

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I loved how my nails turned out. I did a walk-in and was immediately helped out. I appreciate how attentive they were and how they always asked how I was doing while she did my nails. I will definitely be coming back :) read more

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I got acrylics for the first time here and had a good experience! My nails lasted 4 weeeeks! Through a move out and move in as well as agricultural field work. I was very very impressed! The first time I got them my nails did feel very sore afterwards so beware to make sure that following day not to be too busy with your hands. Jenny did my nails and she did amazing on the line designs i asked for!! read more

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Best place in Davis!! Jenny is a nail genius and has such a sweet energy!! You can tell she loves her craft. It's so hard to find a good nail salon in Davis and I left so many places disappointed until I found Ara Spa!! Strongly recommend read more

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More info about Ara Spa

636 4th St
Davis, CA 95616
Directions
(530) 758-2775
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http://www.araspadavis.com

Services

Hours

What time does Ara Spa open?

Ara Spa opens at 9:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Ara Spa opens at 10:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Ara Spa close?

Ara Spa closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Ara Spa closes at 6:00 PM on Saturday.Ara Spa closes at 5:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 9:30 AM - 7:00 PMSat 9:30 AM - 6:00 PMSun 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Ara Spa take Bitcoin?

No, Ara Spa does not take Bitcoin.

Does Ara Spa take credit cards?

Yes, Ara Spa takes credit cards.

Services

Is Ara Spa by appointment only?

No, Ara Spa is not by appointment only.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Ara Spa have bike parking?

Yes, Ara Spa has bike parking.

Does Ara Spa have parking?

Yes, Ara Spa has parking options. Garage Parking, Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Ara Spa wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Ara Spa is wheelchair accessible.

Does Ara Spa have free WiFi?

Yes, Ara Spa has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Ara Spa is a high end day spa which offers skin and nail care in a beautiful environment. We pride ourselves with great service, value, and immaculate cleanliness. Our Sologan is Quality works, Not Quantity works. We look forward to having the pleasure of serving you.

Meet the Manager: Jenny H.

Jenny is marry women with 2 beautiful daughter. Her goal is to provide her best valued customers a wonderful experience while helping them look and feel beautiful.

Review Highlights - Ara Spa

“I had so much fun with Jenny and the ladies at Ara Spa and will definitely be visiting again soon!”

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last weekend i came in for a removal and full set here for the first time but left feeling like i…read morewasted $55 and two hours of my time. when i first sat down, my nail tech told me they don't offer ombré or glitter polish at the salon, only basic design, so i thought maybe basic color sets would be their specialty. after removing my previous set, they nicked the skin around my cuticles with the nail drill a few times, leaving small cuts (refer to pics). later on, when i asked them to file my nails a little more and apply nail polish in areas they missed, they became upset and told me my nails were fine. they didn't ask if i was pleased with my set, applied a small drop of cuticle oil on each hand that wasn't enough to cover each cuticle, and hurried me to the register. to anyone looking for an affordable nail salon in davis with good service and quality, i would recommend trying another nail salon.

Unbelievably rude. For the last three years I have gone, payed, and largely tipped to this…read moreestablishment. I called and said I would like to get acrylic on my nails, they saw me and told me we don't want to do ur nails. I don't know how they run a business when they are refusing loyal and paying customers who have gone to them for as long as I have. They will never see me again!!!!

Trifecta Beauty

(39 reviews)

I came here before a wedding to get a gel manicure and pedicure done, and I'm glad I did! I need to…read moreget my nails done moving forward. I'm definitely coming here. The staff were so friendly and so communicative, and I felt like I was really being taken care of. The service is performed were wonderful and I had such a great time feeling pampered. I think it was worth the extra cost compared to the other nail salons in the area. One thing to know: the power went out at some point, and it was really awesome to see that they were prepared for a power outage with battery, powered supplies, lamps, and other things. The shop itself is really cute, very clean aesthetic while being warm. The only downside is that it's in downtown so you have to find downtown parking but luckily there's tons of street parking nearby. I wish I had remembered to take pictures of my own nails, but I was so rushed for the wedding. But I've attached a photo of my technicians nails, which were pink in themed and so freaking adorable.

My favorite nail salon ever! I almost never get manicures, just pedicures, but after two pedicures…read morehere, I saw all the beautiful work they do and wanted to try a manicure too. The manicure is the prettiest I have ever had, and now maybe I am on the slippery slope of a new habit... In the past, I have had nail salons where I was happy with the results, but this is the first time I felt like I really love the salon. My toenails were obviously so healthy after two pedicures with them, and the salon is very clean and cute. A real standout here is that it a family business and they seem to LOVE the art of their business.

Fan Nails & Spa

(118 reviews)

As always fantastic job by Linda and everyone is so friendly there. It's my go to place!read more

I've never been so happy with a set of acrylics! I usually do gel-x because I love having perfectly…read more uniform shape, but couldn't find a salon in Davis that does it. I heard that Phoebe does great acrylic work, so I booked an appointment with her. She was so easy and fun to talk to! She was great at offering advice and even better at providing me with a nice, natural manicure. I think I've found my to-go nail place in Davis and will definitely be back every time I need my nails done. It's also such a good sign that they have so many loyal returning customers.

Y2K Nails

(120 reviews)

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I was able to walk in with my sister-in-law, two teen stepdaughters, and six6-year-old and the…read moreamazing staff at Y2K Nails didn't bat an eye. The girls got mani-pedis and my SIL and I got pedicures. The treatment was relaxing, professional, and my little girl was treated so kindly. The services were extremely affordable, which made it easy to say yes to extras. This is a great spot!

I had no appointment and they took me in right away! Did exactly what I asked for. Very quiet. I…read moreloved how gentle the young man who did my manicure and pedicure was. I didn't want the first color I had picked out and he was very happy to change it. Very nice from start to finish! Definitely going back and would recommend this place to my friends!

Studio Hair & Nail Salon

(121 reviews)

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I like it a lot very nice people and rarely leave reviews so trust. I asked for acrylics and…read morepedicure and I think they forgot about the acrylics but is not that deep. I'll come back later

Minimal service I…read morecame here for the first time since my usual nail salon is about two hours away and I was hoping to find something closer. I requested a full removal of builder gel, a trim back down to my natural nail length, and then a regular gel polish. The removal itself was fine, but I did feel a little uneasy because the technician using the electric drill was frequently looking away from my nails while the drill was still pressed down. Once the gel color was applied, I asked for what I thought was a fairly simple leaf design. The first attempt unfortunately looked very messy and uneven--almost like a child had drawn the leaves. I ended up waiting for another technician to finish her client so she could redo the design. The second tech did improve it, but the process took much longer than expected. Overall, the solid color gel application was fine, but it seems like more practice may be needed for nail art designs.

Looking Good Salon & Spas

(160 reviews)

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The owner and family are very polite and caring , and reliable.., always taking good care of my…read morehair. I love the pedicures there , it's always like a miracle gettingy foot massaged.

They advertise stuff they don't actually know how to do. Then they don't accept that they lack the…read moreskill. No apologies nothing after wasting your time. I asked for a cat eye gel as offered in their options. She said yes and got to it. Then when it was time to actually make it "cat eye" she skipped the magnet and pretended that she forgot that I wanted cat eye and tried to finish it up with a regular gel, I reminded her. Then she tried working the magnet and said well..it doesn't work. Not I'm sorry I can't do it or I'm sorry can I do a different one for you, just blamed the tool and when I asked her have you done this before at all then she said it works sometimes. Um what? LOL. Anyway that was a sucky experience and she charged me for a regular gel anyway.

G-nails & Spa

(293 reviews)

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This was my first time getting my nails done, and I am so impressed with their work! There are so…read moremany colors and designs to choose from, and the service was amazing. I definitely recommend!

The best nails! Consistently good quality and perfect shape. They last so long! My favorite place…read morein Davis for nails.

InStyle Hair & Nails

(58 reviews)

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** Zero tears!! **…read more Tiana handled two recurring ingrown nails like a calm professional with the precision of a surgeon. I braced for drama and I did not even flinch. Five stars and one very grateful walk back to my car. Also, super clean salon and great prices!!

This salon is very good. It's clean, has great staff, and awesome haircuts. It's also very guy…read morefriendly while having nails service and pedis and manis. The ladies are very friendly and understanding. They are very quick. And if you don't want to wait, you can create an appointment ahead of time. They are very good at keeping to the appointed timeslots. Both genders and all ages are welcomed. Also they'll know if you came from church or not. Lolz Legit!

First Lady Nails

(228 reviews)

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So unfortunate. I used to come to first lady nails growing up. I know they've changed owners a few…read moretimes but man, this new set - quality has gone way down. I got a gel manicure and in less than 48 hours my two index fingers peeled off in one piece. I did go back and they fixed it. When I asked them to fix it, they asked if I wanted a pedicure too. Like really? Read the room. Woke up this morning, day 3, and now my middle finger gel has now peeled off. For $45 (with tip), not worth it. Like I said, so unfortunate. I get my nails done at least every 2-3 weeks. Will not return.

DO NOT recommend. Went for just a dip polish removal and it took 30+ minutes - they didn't even get…read moreit all off. Left with my nails looking like this and it was $15...

Diva Nails Spa & Wax Center

(70 reviews)

Got my birthday nails done by Mina and they turned out so wonderful! I ended up getting Gel-X…read moreextensions with cat eye nail polish and they are perfect for fall. The price is great too! The area was very clean and I definitely would go again.

I haven't had a manicure for quite a few years actually and I wanted to pamper myself, but I just…read moredid not feel pampered at all. I asked him if they moisturize and do a hand massage. He said yes but All he did was paint my nails and cut my cuticles. So don't expect to feel good or like money well spent walking out of here. My nails look ok. Not messy and he was nice enough but will I ever go back? NO Atmosphere is fine. Nothing special, but looked clean and smelled ok

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Cliff S.

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3

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13 years ago

I purchased a gift certificate as a Christmas gift for my mom after reading several good reviews of this place. I should have listened to my gut feeling about this place when I walked in that was telling me A) They had never seen a black person before or B) They don't like serving black people. When my mom called the shop they told her to come on in at 10:30 and she did as agreed. My mom says when she walked in she was greeted with what she described as shock and surprise. It was then that they tried to rudely reschedule her for 11:30 with only one customer in the spa and four employees sitting around doing nothing, needless to say she was done with this place and very upset. I went in today to get a refund and was greeted by the rudest excuse for an old woman I had seen in a long time, looking me up and down like I was piece of trash and absolutely refusing my refund. I quickly removed myself from the store before I said or did something rash because then I would be writing this on a napkin in jail. Please avoid this place and places like it in the future, life is too short to waste on racist idiots. read more

Kylia S.

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1 year ago

I needed a fill on my nails today. I am a single mom to an almost 2 year old who can be a handful sometimes. there's only one day a week that i can get my nails done without having to bring my daughter and that doesn't always work out, so i brought her to my appointment today. Hannah was extremely patient and kind to my daughter and I. She peeled my daughters orange for her, another employee gave her a snack, and Hannah wiped my daughters hands and face for me as well. She also talked her through the appointment once she started getting impatient. As a young single mom with very little help I am so relived to know that there are still people who understand and care to help instead of judging or giving nasty stares. Thank you so much Ara Spa for your astounding service!!! read more

Camila H.

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7 years ago

I came here after three failed attempts to find a nice place to get my nails done. I know how to recognize a good manicurist because I've been getting my nails done for the last 4 years. Jenny is amazing, extremely meticulous and she takes her time to do her job as good as she can. I went with an idea in mind and she made it real (see picture 1). I did acrylic full set + gel manicure. I didn't want to review Ara Spa without knowing how my nails will be after a week or more (because they usually don't resist more than 7 days) and now that's been 3+ weeks, I gotta say I am impress. Not even a single one is ruined, even though I am super messy! They remained INTACT for more than 23 days, so I came back today to fill my set and add some crystals: $40 read more

Marie K.

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17 years ago

I actually switched from Y2K to Ara Spa. Young, the owner and Esthetician, moved from the small room she rented at Y2K to owning her own spa. It is new, nice, clean, and the service is friendly and quick. I don't like taking the time to do nails and waxing, so I appreciate the fact that when the salon isn't packed, Vince and Anna do my pedicure and manicure simultaneously. The hot stone massage is really nice too, and they never mess up on the shape or length of my nails. And for waxing and facials, it doesn't get better than Young. Best in Davis! read more

anika

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3 months ago

Amazing salon, I've been getting my nails done from Jenny for over a year now, and her work is absolutely amazing. She always takes her time and makes sure everything is perfect and that I'm happy with how it looks. The quality is also outstanding and my nails last me over 9 weeks each time without any problems! Genuinely couldn't recommend enough, I always walk out of the salon happy with my nails. I definitely definitely recommend!! read more

Jodi L.

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14 years ago

Fabulos experience as always. spotless, professional with great service and excellent products. the massage for manicure and pedicure are always excellent with time spent on both. For the best brows, the owner Yeung is amazing. Make sure to have a faciail while you are at it. The best in the West. I love my Ara Spa. a great gift certificate for anyone, guys too. Move over everyone, this spa gets 5 stars. Jodi from Davis read more

Camila P.

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2 years ago

I absolutely love getting my nails done here, they have so many different colors to choose from and ive had 4-5 week retention(I have really short nails so when i go to other places they tend to fall off sooner) All of the employees are super nice and especially Jenny she always does my nails amazing. The vibe is amazing and I always feel welcome! read more

Seide A.

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6 years ago

Enjoyed my experience here :) Heard about it from a friend & she mentioned to ask For Jenny. She is very nice & pays great attention to detail. I honestly didn't have to say much but she knew I wanted something that looks natural so I trusted her to do her thing and she made my vision come to reality! Definitely going back read more

Jessie N.

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7 months ago

This nail salon is SEVERELY racist.They will shit talk in front of you to their coworkers, making assumptions on who you are as a person. If you do not look rich, they will treat you like shit. They give discounts to people who make positive reviews, because they know how bad their service is. AVOID AT ALL COST! read more

Erica R.

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15 years ago

Love this place!! For sure it's my new nail spot shop.. Since i moved to Davis I've tried a few places and always was disappointed.. Plus my nails never lasted even a full week. Know this place really takes care of you, staff is really friendly and the like making conversation :-) will def. go back. read more

kitas R.

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15 years ago

Love this place!! For sure it's my new nail spot shop.. Since i moved to Davis I've tried a few places and always was disappointed.. Plus my nails never lasted even a full week. Know this place really takes care of you, staff is really friendly and the like making conversation :-) will def. go back. read more

Review S.

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2 years ago

i got beautiful French tips acrylics done here! the service is great and the workers are very nice here as well! The service was not awkward at all like they usually are at other shops! she was kind and held amazing conversation :) read more

Heather E.

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6 years ago

Jenny is fabulous! I always bring her pics of designs I want and she always manages to get them just right. Also, I've gotten pedicures from multiple techs at Ara Spa and they all have done a great job and take their time. read more

Cianna J.

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4 years ago

I had requested Jenny to do my nails and she did an amazing job. I wanted a fall theme and I really loved how my nails turned out. Ladies go check this nail place out. I promise you will not get disappointed. read more

Sara B.

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8 months ago

Jenny is amazing! Very good at nail art and super personable! I've been coming here all for years of undergrad and would never consider going anywhere else :) staff is super friendly! read more

Jose L P.

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10

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7 years ago

ARA Spa is a nails spa.They are the best nail stylists.. Please give them a visit and get your nails did! prices are very fair for the high quality in their service. read more

Djuka P.

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5

3 months ago

Jenny and the staff at Ara spa are amazing! Such good quality and services- always gives me such pretty nails: it's exactly what I ask for every time Thank you!! :) read more

Lexy H.

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4 years ago

Jenny is the best! I always get my nails done by her and she never disappoint. She's so sweet and does an amazing job. Highly recommend for mani/pedi too! read more

Le'La A.

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8 months ago

I've been to Jenny twice now for my nails and feet. She does a great job, very neat and clean with her designs. I recommend, and will definitely be back!! read more

Chi N.

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2 years ago

Jenny never disappoints! Got my new set of nails today and Jenny did exactly how I wanted it. I've got so many compliments already. Great job Jenny! read more

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