I came here for a foot massage ($40 for 30 mins) and to have a couple of my toe nails repaired. It's a very small shop so I didn't wait inside. I needed to come back 3 times which, on my mind, is a good sign. The staff is busy and they do a good job of having you come in. Besides it being open late, it was convenient to our hotel. The foot massage got better as the time went on. This staff works hard and even though their closing time is 8:00p, they still service those that walk in. I would've given 5 stars if the strength of the massage was equal for both of my foot/legs. I felt more of the "massage" when she got to my 2nd foot/leg. read more

They were rude, racist and passive aggressive. Went in for a pedicure. 4 different women told me the price of the pedicure. I agreed and I think the price came up 6 times, two times they handed me the price listings. I told them I didn't need it, I understood the price of 75 dollars for gel pedicure and calluses remover.Then the lady started helping someone else who can in behind me...maybe they had an appointment, no big deal. But when you add it on top of everything else...it's bad. Then she filled the tub up with cold water, when I brought it to her attention she made an adjustment. It was still cold. She then brushed me off and said her co worker will. I took my feet out of the cold water and then she turns off the bubbles. Instead of taking a moment to fix it.Then the lady messed up my feet cut my nails so low, proceeded to file my skin. The paint job is terrible and my toes hurt. Then the same lady who filled up my cold water, she was working on the lady next to me but kept putting her nail polish bottles on my table where I had my coffee cup. They never said thank you after I paid. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - 75 dollars for this trash - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Overcharged and rushed my service. Sign said $50, she charged me $55 and add'l charges totaling almost $60. Had no other option but not the best experience. read more

Not very friendly. Got a pedicure, the pumice they used on my feet was definitely used and turning brown in the middle (yuk). The sink where you wash your hands had a jar of the scrub they use to exfoliate your legs and there were tons of little bugs crawling all over the product and around the sink area. Please do better with sanitation and cleanliness. read more

Professional nail technicians. There is a language barrier so be patient and communicate what you want! they can do a good job as long as your clear about what you're looking to get (might need to tell them a few times so they fully understand.) menu prices are base prices ask about the add ons your getting. Shaping good but not too crisp. Line work when painting could be better. Reused foot scrubbers was the least pleasing part of experience. Still yet, would consider again. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - Cat eye gel pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This nail salon was a quick, quiet and affordable respite, nestled right off the Waikiki strip. Without an appointment, I walked to - and was turned away from - three separate salons before I found Kūhiō. At Kuhio, I was greeted by two separate technicians who worked in tandem to get my nails and toes cleaned up and painted in under an hour. The shop is small but the vibe was calm and quiet. Candidly, I think they're underpriced. I paid $100 for a gel pedi and gel color change on my finger nails, which is cheaper than I pay back home in the Midwest. I definitely recommend Kuhio Nails & Spa for a no frills, but high quality and affordable nail experience. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I had asked for a French manicure, but I wasn't happy with how uneven it looked. Thankfully, the nail tech was kind and happily fixed it for me. I also requested chrome powder, but she used a sparkly polish instead and told me it was the same thing--it wasn't. By that point, I had already been there for a while and just wanted to leave. The staff is very kind and friendly, which I appreciate, but the prices here are very high for the quality and accuracy of service. Overall, I left feeling a bit disappointed. read more

I had a great experience, not a fancy vibe but I thought the quality was good for the price. I got a regular mani-pedi with regular polish for $63. Great color choices, nice massage chair, and had a large TV playing very relaxing arial travel videos. Easy to find location too. I would come back here. A gentleman came in while I was there and asked for a foot massage and they only charge $40 for 30 mins. read more

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Went for a pedicure and received chemical burns on top of a terrible pedicure. They still made me pay, and this pic is two days after the service. I would avoid this salon. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - Avoid this salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I was in need of a pedicure and Kuhio Nails was just down the street from my hotel. I chose the deluxe spa pedicure because I wanted the extra exfoliation treatment. My technician took her time and was even forgiving of my giggles as I am pretty ticklish when they are removing callouses. Great service at a great price with a smile. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - Feet after a pedicure. - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I would never do something like this but I would have appreciated knowing a little more about this Nail spa. They do not clean or put a liner in the foot spas in between customers. The fees keep compounding for things that SHOULD be included. Ie: taking old polish off, scrubbing your feet. The staff is sweet but they up charge you a lot. read more

I requested my gel x nails to be removed and left with damaged uneven nails with leftover gel. My nails were forcefully removed and when I mentioned being in pain, the nail tech ended the service and I was ignored. A very unfortunate experience I was charged full price and left with a bleeding nail. read more

While wondering the streets of Oahu we decided to stop in the lil shop for a quick pedicure. The staff were super friendly and happy fast. Once the pedicure was done they told us to stay in the massage chairs and relax while the paint dried. What a great start to our relaxing vacation in Oahu! read more

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The ladies who worked on my hands and feet were ok. When we (3 of us in total) arrived they weren't busy and tried to get us to add several additional services. I agreed to an additional 15 minutes of massage time as did my friend. Pros- it was conveniently located near our hotel. Cons- they're not organized. They triple booked themselves with additional walk-ins. The first group after us were told to come back in 30 minutes. Another group was told to sit down at the pedicure station(s), and then asked to leave and come back after sitting for about 5 minutes. They came in about 10 minutes after the first group. Even I was thinking about how the timing would work! How'd they do it? Well, I was told they could not do my additional 15 minutes, even through they were the ones who talked me into it! My time felt super rushed and not really relaxing. I don't know if the second group came back... but I thought it was strange they were brushing everyone else off for the group that came in right after us. From other reviews, seems they cost more than other spots nearby...if that's true (I didn't compare), I'd say go somewhere else that's more reasonable and more organized, so you can enjoy the full experience. read more

This was my first time at Kuhio Nails and it was a very pleasant experience. Everyone was friendly and didn't pressure me for additional services. Hannah did my pedicure and she was extremely sweet. Thank you!! read more

Love getting my pedicures in Honolulu if I'm in town and I enjoy trying new places. Today I selected Kuhio Nail & Spa just because I was walking by. It is a modest and efficient salon. The gentleman who checked me out was very very friendly and pleasant....the lady who did my pedicure did a good job and created a beautiful design on my toes. I would definitely recommend and give it a try if you are in the area. read more

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Just go somewhere else to get your nails done. Here's the thing, this place needs to adjust their pricing dramatically to match the service and environment this salon offers. Maximum they should be charging for a pedicure is $15 and for a manicure $10. Then it'd be fair. Instead I was charged $55 for both. The salon: 2/5 it's super rundown. My massage chair had tears in it and didn't even work anymore to scoot me forward or backward. And the women working instead of offering me another chair that might've worked, they kept me in the chair and I had to sit super uncomfortably during the whole service so that she could reach my hands and feet. The service: 2/5 No massage, no cleaning of my cuticles (even after I asked) she said "my toes are fine and didn't need it." Just lazy and badly done. Also the other women working were watching videos on their phone super loudly. There was nothing enjoyable about my experience. Just go somewhere else, you won't regret it. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - My view in the salon. They should have more pride in their workspace - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Inquired about the price and was quoted 55, but was told 70 for a spa pedicure. 45 for the spa pedicure and add on 25 for gel. But 55 is the basic, which was not on the paper they provided to me. It was either a spa or deluxe. I argued and told her I'll just have a cleaning and no color but she said she'll take the 55 price. During my service, the lady was aggressive and did a POOR job. The customers between was getting better treatment, despite one of the customers also getting similar service. I was just waiting for this appointment to be done. I couldn't leave the "salon" with half painted toes. The place looked unsanitary. No lining in the pedicure bowls. The air conditioner was dripping. Looks like they were cleaning their supplies in the same area they wash their dishes in. The customer was getting their manicure done and few of his nails flew to me. Def won't be coming back. read more

So scammy with the price for very bad work.. was told 50 for an awful fill (she literally drew blood), decided to still leave a 20 percent tip to be nice. I was then confused why the receipt said 63 dollars but thought ok 3 dollars extra that's fine. Then she was yelling at me for a tip again?? When I asked about the price she just told me it was 60 now and then told me to write 10 on the lip line again for a total of 73 dollars. Was honestly a joke. You can't be scammy, rude, and terrible at your craft. Pick 2 of the 3 read more

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This was my 3rd and final time going here! Never again! First experience wasn't great but not horrible. Second visit they botched the polish on my toes, looked a child had painted them! Yesterday, was told they no longer do acrylic only solar. Only he charged me $30 instead of $25 for a fill in, last was done 3 wks ago. Then he cut my left index finger so bad it bled and it still hurt's today! That was the 2nd time he hurt me while doing my nails! Then as if that wasn't enough nails are way too short on left hand, uneven w/right hand and even finger to finger! Polish is awful too! I live here, have for 45 yrs these folks take no pride in their work, upscale too hard and do a lousy job! Save yourself the headache and go else where! Best place to go is T's in Chinatown but finding the time can be difficult, wish they'd open a salon in Waikiki or maybe train people! read more

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Prices were high compared to other higher quality salons in the area. I paid $35 for a pedicure and $55 for enhancement removal and gel Polish manicure. Polish selection was very limited. Quality was pretty bad. There are bubbles in my Polish after it dried. The Polish used on me was thick and old. Polish was left on my skin. Nails were not filed smoothly and left jagged. Staff were friendly. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - Bubbles in Polish, Polish on skin, nails not filed smooth - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I come here for 3 and a half years and I am a very picky client. I demand perfection. Haha! Yes it's kind of funny because most mail shops really dislike me. A lot do a good job anyway, but this place really accepts my standards with a smile on, they fix anything I need fixing and always leave me satisfied. Their smile is genuine, and they work 7 days a week. I have never seen such dedicated, awesome ladies and this is also a family business. I have to say, that I will always come back! Thank you ladies! read more

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The lady who did my nails was very pleasant. What I was concerned with was no sanitized instruments. Everything was just pulled out of a drawer and wiped off with a towel. I feel like my nail price was based on the size of my engagement ring. She kept talking about the size and how expensive it must be. I will say I am pleased with the end result of my nails, but they need to follow better sanitation rules. (I am a hairstylist, so I know. read more

The worst manicure I've ever gotten! She was careless and filed my nails so badly that there were not smooth enough to polish but yet she continued. I asked if she was going to fix that nail and she said she would - never did! The polish she was using was so dry she kept going to "water it down" for lack of a better description. She left polish around and on my finger. I had to ask the lady that did my pedicure to clean up her mess! She was rushing me to pay too! Thankfully I'll never have to return but if you're vacationing, like I am, go somewhere else! read more

2/16/21 Wonderful pedicure from Hana today. Great Covid safety protocol- mask required, contact tracing and temperature check. Hana actually did my pedicure in November and it still lasted! (Except my nails kept growing so it looked funny). I don't know what magic she did but my nails grow very nicely now. I live in Oakland but I grew up in Hawaii so I come back a lot. Her son lives in SF Outer Richmond. She's lovely! She gave me exxxtra massages & foot rub. Prices are comparable. Check it out & ask for Hana! Walk ins welcomed! read more

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Awesome staff very friendly. I got a pedicure spa treatment, I was so relaxed I took a nap. Staff goes above and beyond. Prices are very reasonable especially to be located in Waikiki. I've been to many nailshop and this is the best!! read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - Deluxe manicure with real nails. - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Great fill! The gal was quick and they looked great. Only reason for not being 5* was the price.

I called last minute if they would take a walk in. I was their only customer at 8pm. I think they closed at 9pm. The nail tech was super sweet and kind. Decent price. read more

Very nice people but the feet massages wildly differ depending on who you get. Quick in and out

Very fast, open late (7:30pm). Just walked right in and was seated, asked for no spa just nails painted. Perfect nails done, exactly what I wanted. :) thank you, Hannah! read more

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Linda was wonderful She was detailed, kind and took her time to ensure my nails were just what I wanted. The shop is very clean and organized, nice calming vibe. I'll be back! read more

I was in this place on 1/2/2024. The worst service in the world I have ever had in this salon, it is my second time . I want to give it another chance but I will never ever go back to that place again, it is horrible, they treat you so terrible and they are super RUDE. read more

The staff is absolutely lovely! Very friendly and accommodative. I got my lashes done there and they did a stellar job, taking ample time to ensure everything was perfect. My family also got foot massages which were done with a rare combination of skill and care. Would definitely recommend if you're ever in the Kuhio area read more

My wife and I went to this salon and had no idea we were in for such a treat!! This husband and wife team had us feeling so pampered from beautiful deluxe gel mani pedi's to waxing eye brows to just an overall relaxing Spa day!! The Spas were cleaned if front of us as well as EVERYONE kept on their masks except when services were being provided(my upper lip wax). I would definitely return to this wonderful little Gem! read more

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Teah did an incredible job and gave me the best French gel manicure of my life. Super happy and would absolutely come here as my first stop the next time I'm in Honolulu. After I got this manicure, I snorkeled and scuba dived and did lots of active things the next 5 days everyday. Extremely durable and beautiful. read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - THREE WEEKS LATER. I'm impressed. - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I love my new set! It was $68 before tip which was totally reasonable. Everybody was so nice, I would definitely come back! read more

Kuhio Nails & Spa - Acrylic set! - Nail Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Disgusting & overpriced Water was cold, nats in the water, they reuse tools without washing read more

Only come if you're desperate. I was desperate! I broke a nail on my Hawaii vacation. Hawaii vacas are basically a billion dollars, so I didn't want to look broken with my broken nail. I came here to get my nail fixed. It's like 3 blocks from Luxury Row. This is obviously a budget option. This place is absolutely filthy - old dust is on the trays and files. They have one of those machines that's supposed to sanitize bags of nail tools, but it looks fake and broken. The clear that was put on my nails was so old, it was stringy. My nails were wet and my nail tech did the massage DURING WET NAILS. What. So basically a fake massage. After that was over, I was sitting there for probably 2 minutes (or even LESS) and my tech was trying to rush me out. "I can help you pay." Why in the world would I let you in my purse and in my wallet. I said no and that I would wait for them to dry and that's when she went to go get the fan. I was here for a mani, but it really grosses me out to think people get pedis here!!! It is just so absolutely filthy that I can't imagine people sharing soaking tubs with other people's dirty feet. Yuck! Stay away. read more

My experience with them was Amazing !! Especially the music was soothing. David did an amazing job though, i appreciate him ! read more

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I did reFill of my hands in acrylic and my pedicure , they both did an amazing job. The design was awesome and she did a beautiful flower I wanted, I loved it , thank you read more

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