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Donella Nails & Spa

4.4 (26 reviews)
Closed • 9:30 am - 7:00 pm

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Sarah A.

Great service! They did my nails exactly how I liked. Very clean inside. Mani and pedi done and went by quick.

Giselle F.

The salon was quiet, clean and calm for a late Sunday morning. I was quick to be helped which was nice,however, the technician who assisted me felt a bit rushed. She left me towards the end to assist another customer and asked me to press the LED lamp while she was away then came back 10-15 minutes later to add cuticle oil. Once I left I noticed how poorly the nail was left underneath and gaps left open from my nail to the gel-x press on. My friend who went with me was assisted by a technician who was thorough and attentive, finishing with lotion and a hot towel. She also offered her to do small details with the katseye design that I was not made aware was an option.

Think this might be the BEST manicure and pedicure experience I've ever had!!! Everyone was so kind, took their time, my nails look fantastic! I've lived here 3 years and bummed I didn't find it sooner. I'll be back

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Kari L.

I have gone to Donella Nails several times since they've opened earlier this year and I always leave very happy with their work. I have gotten a pedicure and manicure and I really appreciate the quality and the range of nail styles offered. I got the Cat-eye nails and they came out so beautiful! And they last so long! Great place overall with a very modern and clean vibe.

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Rielyn S.

I visited today for the first time after Best Nails re-opened under new management as Donella Nails & Spa. I got a gel manicure with cat eye, and a spa pedicure. Megan did an amazing job with my manicure, especially compared to my previous experience at a different nail salon that was absolutely terrible. This will definitely be my go-to for nails!

Beautiful salon Dairy Queen very peaceful. I got a black French I asked for square and she delivered. I'm so happy with my nails.

Monika B.

This is by far the best full service nail spa in all of San Diego. Angie the owner is so good and has the latest manicure trends and polishes available. She is very meticulous and her Salon is very clean and modern. Her staff is very friendly and thorough. I love that they take their time. I have been coming here for 6 months and see a substantial improvement in my hands and feet. I'm grateful and appreciative for Angie and her salon.

The ladies at Donella are fantastic! The space is clean, their spa chairs are wonderful and the staff is so welcoming and professional. Megan's attention to detail and her cute designs are well worth the visit. The cat eye designs are by far my favorite, we try a new one every time! My mom and I will continue to trust Donella with all of our nail care needs.

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Megan is not only so incredibly talented, but also so sweet. You can tell she really cares about her work and has amazing attention to detail. My nails have never looked better!

I have been coming to this salon for few times and they have never let me down, the services are great as well as the vibe and atmosphere. I always come in the early morning and it's always so chill! Plus all of the staffs are very kind and really knowledgeable at what they are doing! I always have Megan doing my nails and she got me impressed every time! Megan pays attention to every little details and always has a positive vibe with her, which I love!

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love this nail salon - beautiful nails & nice ladies. have been back a few times now!

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Just got a pedicure here. This place is small, but very clean. Everyone is very nice, and made sure I was comfortable the entire time.

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“I moved to San Diego almost two years ago and after 4 different nail places I found Megan and she is amazing.”

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