Amazing experience getting a gel mani here! I was in town for a week on vacation and didn't have…read morethe time to get my nails done prior. I was going to a "treat yourself" dinner at an upscale place in downtown and desperately needed my nails done. I booked my appointment online and the booking process was such a breeze. My mani was done by Muna and she was such a sweetheart. My mani ended up lasting over a month! I use my hands a lot for work and school so I expected some of the gel to chip eventually, but my mani was flawless. I appreciate Muna's attention to detail in prepping and shaping my nails; I think the prep is what allowed my nails to last so long. Really happy with how nails came out! The salon is clean, bright, efficient, and airy. I'd def come back again when I'm in the area!

They kindly were able to schedule a last minute mani / pedi for my friend and I and did an amazing…read morejob. They were so sweet and accommodating, and did a perfect job on the nail design that my friend wanted. Would highly recommend!

Truly appreciate a nail salon that isn't about rushing you, the attention to detail, ambiance,…read morecleanliness, relaxing music, ensuring that your appointment is going well is what Armani Nails will be THE PLACE for nails. Thank you Anahita for your passion for perfection. Will back again.

Best manicure & pedicure I've EVER had, and I've had dozens & dozens. Absolutely lovely young…read moreladies. Spotless clean. Uses Russian/Ukrainian products. The ladies took their time, made sure I was happy with the shape, color and were meticulous. I live in San Francisco, but would make it a point to return to this salon whenever I come to Vancouver again. High-end salon. Fantastic experience.

Just got a gel manicure by Judy and she was lovely! My nails look great, manicure was clean and…read morevery affordable especially for the convenience of the location. Thanks Judy!

I didn't get the chance to get a manicure before I came out to Vancouver (from Los Angeles), and…read moreneeded someplace near the Convention Center that would take walk-ins. I'm so glad I found Waterfront Nails!! ....And I almost didn't find it! PRO TIP: Ask for the public washrooms on the waterfront - the nail salon is the next door over! The directions using iMaps and Google maps takes you to the parking structure of the Convention Center, on the complete opposite side you need to be on. You'll need to walk past the restaurants and go all the way back behind the convention center to the waterfront, and look for the washrooms (or ask a friendly Canadian if they know where the restrooms are) -- Waterfront nails is right next to it. I walked in 30 minutes before they were supposed to close, and there were only 2 people in the salon. Both women were friendly and I did not feel rushed or awkward. I got a jelly cat eye gel manicure, and it is gorgeous! I can't remember the woman's name, but she did such a good job that 3 weeks later, even with my nails grown out, the gel manicure is still solid and shiny! No peeling, chipping or other damage. And trust me, I am rough on my nails.

Excellent service and accommodating! We suddenly called for another booking and they took us in…read morelast minute. The lady working on my pedicure was really gentle and meticulous. I messed up one of toe nails and she fixed it with such a friendly and pleasant attitude. She was not annoyed at all! She literally just left me alone for 5 mins and I goofed up big time. Thanks for fixing it so well and super kindly.

I happened to swing by this place during my business trip in Vancouver, and I loved them! Great…read moreskills, personable staff members, and an updated and sleek interior. The vibe is still casual that you can come in flip-flops and sweats and not feel too out of place. I requested a regular mani and a french manicure (with summer colors) and they hit it out of the park. Thank you!

Lyn was my nail tech and was extremely kind. Our hotel across the way had closed their nail salon…read morein their spa and recommended this location to me. It looks great! Facility was clean as well. Their store is facing towards the mountain (I got lost).

The manicurist is highly skilled and exceptionally proficient. Unlike other nail salons, there is…read moreno rapid or overly forceful handling that could damage the nail surface or the skin at the base of the nail.

This is my first time walking into a nail salon and requesting for a specific design. Kaori was…read moreable to replicate and blend the two designs I provided her. I am very happy with the end results. Only giving 4 stars because some of the bio-gel didn't go right to the edge of my nails and the thickness consistency around the jewels were different.

5/5 I don't…read moretypically review non food related places but charisma spa was just so great. Me and some friends were in town for the weekend and wanted pedicures. We called around to maybe 4 different places and charisma was the only location to accept 4 of us as walk-ins at the same time. The location is right on a busy street so it is a little hard to find parking. When we entered there was one woman getting a manicure and 5 pedicure chairs along the opposite wall. The ladies here took great care of us, me and my buddy got a standard pedicure and our partners added polish. Pricing seemed expensive but when doing the conversion, were from Seattle, it was on par with our prices. We all agreed, this random shop we stumbled upon was probably the best pedicure either of us have ever had, and collectively, we've had ALOT. They do such good work here. Make you feel very comfortable. The only thing that could make It better was if they served drinks (hint hint) lol. If you're looking for a solid pedicure at a fair price, come here!

Great service and lots of options for colours etc! They have a punch card too which is nice!read more

Best mani/pedi I've ever had. The ladies were truly skilled, professional, and kind. Thank you!read more

You tell me if this sounds fishy to you…read more I walked in today to simply get a basic mani and before I even sat down the girl at the front asked me for my credit card number. I was confused. I asked her why and she told me to hold my spot. Hold my spot? So, I asked her if she wanted me to come back later?....."No, no...." she said, I can take you now. Now I was even more baffled. I told her I'd be paying with debit and she told me well that's totally different. If you want to book online for next time you come in...it will be easier for you with your CC information registered online. Well, first off....how do you know I'll be back.....secondly, can't I just do that myself at home in the comfort of my own space and privacy? Her approach to getting my credit card info. just felt very out of bounds and forced making me feel very uncomfortable. I clarified to her: I just want a basic mani, paying debit when it's done. What do you need my credit card number for? When she realized that I wasn't into the whole...."let's share private information thang" she backed off. To be honest, at that point I was a bit startled, because just about a month ago I had fraudulent theft on my debit card and Vancouver at the moment is under serious ID theft and credit theft. Once she allowed me to enter past the Welcome matt without grabbing my credit card information, she asked me to pick a colour. Two things happened while I was trying to find my colour at the wall in the back. 1. I didn't find any colour I liked (very limited colour selection) 2. The red flags just didn't go away. It just felt off. I left without getting my nails done. I pick a colour. you paint my nails. I pay debit. We all go home happy. What do you need my credit card information for?

I wasn´t going to give away my secret but then I thought: "Give to Caesar what is Caesar´s."…read more I´ve gone to Minoko by myself and with my cousin (she loved them too) more than 4 times. Although I haven´t repeated technician, I have no complains at all...weird! They must be extremely picky when hiring staff because they treat nails like art. Having good-looking hands is a pricey beauty investment ($100+ a month for mani-pedi shellac), so I really appreciate when my money is worth. The confidence on their crew´s skills is evident, they offer a 7 days guarantee: no frowning faces if you call to complain about chipped nails. The massage chairs are trendy with a cheerful orange colour. They give coffee&tea within a zen ambiance. I like the variety of nail polishes and the politeness of the girls. You´ll need to make an appointment, sometimes they don´t answer right away because they´re usually busy, but they do call back if you leave a message.

So happy I came back ! I have been in search of a salon to…read morebecome my regular spot, and I believe this is it !! Lisa was my nail tech again. She is very friendly and super talented. She has precision and pays special attention to detail. I brought my GF with me. She is very picky and after we were done she messaged me saying "best nails ever! " ( Joy did her nails ) my husband said the exact same thing when he saw mine! They have a huge selection/ variety of different nail art styles to choose from. Bring in a photo or let them help you decide. I got a combination of chrome and glass ( Mylar ) with a skull charm and a big bow charm on the other hand. Very pleased with the results. It took a bit longer then I would like, but the results were worth it and having my friend there getting hers done beside me made time go by quickly. The salon is very clean and well organized. Very hygienic. Lots of samples to chose from. Can't wait to bring my husband there with me for a pedicure ! ( boy does he sure need one ! ) The price for MY nails before tip was **153$ . She was great to let me know cost before proceeding ( which is awesome as many I have done to don't do this ) It may seem pricy but the quote "cheap is never good and good is never cheap" comes to mind. Last set of nails I got ( in Vegas at the spa at the Mirage ) were way more expensive, for basic nails that peeled, had bumps under one nail and no nail art at all. For what Lisa did, it was well worth it !! ** this does not reflect the price of ALL nail sets, I had gel nails, plus the chrome overlay, plus the "glass" /milar overlay (which she hand cut and placed on my nails ) plus 1 XL charm and another L charm both with crystals on them ) Very happy and will return and defiantly recommend! Thanks Lisa & Joy !

Best spa to use up those extended health benefits! You can stay up to two hours outside of your…read moreservice to use the amenities. The RMT massages are always so good.

One of my favorite spas in Vancouver! Located inside the Fairmont Pacific Rim, this spa is so…read morerelaxing and wonderful. Service is great and the facilities are clean and well stocked. There's a locker for all your stuff, clean showers, indoor steam room, two hot tubs, a gorgeous outdoor seating area, a peaceful indoor seating area and lots of snacks and teas. I got a facial and my skin felt so soft after. I always feel so zen after the experience and always look forward to more rest and relaxation at Willow Steam.