This is an overdue review for my experience back years ago when I had lived in Monterey & worked over at Ryan Ranch. This is one of my favorite nail spots to date! I've come back a few times since visiting the area and love the quality, cleanliness and friendliness of the staff! I've been to several spots in the Monterey county area this salon was the best by far! read more

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I have been here once before but never wrote a review for it - but I wanted to get my nails done today for a pride event tomorrow and didn't want to wait for a nail artist appointment I had on the 19th - so I went. Tee did the base of my manicure and pedicure and Tina did my design - I will say since it is a pride design, it has many colors and I feel like a lot of people in the salon were like omg so many colors - not in a bad way but just in general. But I think the service was great and pricing reasonable for what I got. Tee had to deal with my not great feet that are prone to ingrowns and thus have a lot of dead skin like underneath the corners - I kept apologizing and she was very kind. Lots of creams and a steamer for the pedi I got which was nice. I will say, I don't think I saw them open their tools for the pedicure from a sealed like bag, they just came from the back on a tray - though it's possible that they were just opened away from me. Tina was very kind and did my designs which were fairly...detailed I would say. When I had a want of more paint or more jewels, she did it without complaint - I am very quiet when I am in a nail salon personally - or at least I was in a quiet mode so I did feel bad for being silent but not much judgement from what I can tell. So many people are popping in and out and I would say I don't know how they manage all the clients they have with maybe like 6 people? But they do. My mani pedi took 1.5 hours for reference. I will update this as far as wear later on. I would say it was good quality service for the price and for a general nail salon - you may disagree if you are used to going to nail art specific people perhaps but that's my view. As far as vibes - super busy like I said - people come and talk to each other while they get services - not what I like to do personally but there's lots of that. Employees talk to themselves in their language but surprisingly quietly, I had no idea how they all heard each other. There are two big TVs they have generic shows and ads running on and general spa music. They also have a either ancestor altar, and or ancestor plate - I think that is what it is called though I am not certain - in the front. I thought it was a nice touch personally. read more

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Unfortunately I didn't have best or much of an experience today coming in to get my nails done. Usually the women are smiling and the lady doing my nails has a nice attitude and the vibe just feels great but this time not so much. I'm sure Tina did my nails and there was no smiles, talking, nothing and she was rough when doing my nails especially buffing and it's not supposed to be like that (I get my nails done a decent amount). This is usually my go to place because of the attitude and friendliness however, I'm not very sure now. The nails are nice though, BUT I didn't get the cuticle oil in the end like usual when I get my nails done too so that was a bummer. read more

Love Serenity Nail Salon and Tina always does a fabulous job, every time! Not overpriced either.

Been here twice. First time I got a manicure with gel polish and it chipped after two days. The second time I got a French manicure and it also chipped. I don't remember the price of the gel but the French tip was $40. Not worth it read more

Serenity Nails - Chipped polish after two days - Nail Salons Near Me - Del Rey Oaks, California

Tina keeps up with all of the latest trends! She showed me a picture of the water bubble nails and she did it! Everyone is so nice and friendly. I always feel right at home in the shop and look forward to the experience. read more

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I was very disappointed with our mother daughter girl nail trip. my lady was rude, rough, rushed and glared at me when I asked for another coat because you could see the brush strokes in the nail paint. my daughter got a manicure where they were the same rushed, rough (not relaxing at all she said), they painted her nails the wrong color and she didn't want to be rude since the place was already tense and then I said something and the lady acted shocked. we will never go back or recommend this place to anyone sadly. our of being polite on my end I left a tile but in hindsight sight, I shouldn't have. read more

Excellent service. Always clean. Highly capable regardless of request for nail design.

Really terrible experience here. The manicurist used a very coarse emery board across my nails and cuticles like she was sanding a 2" x 4", look at the photos. Tore up my cuticles. She was SO rough. The manicure was very sub par. The photos I'm posting are from my manicure yesterday. Just 30 hours ago. It looks 4-5 days old.I couldn't wait to get out of there. She was so unpleasant also. She was a middle age (50-60ish) Asian woman with her hair back in a pony tail and wore glasses. If you go here, avoid her. read more

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This is my go-to nail place whenever I'm in Monterey! I've been going since they opened!

I've been coming here for about 3 years now. Tina is absolutely amazing. I bring her an inspiration photo and give her some minor adjustments and she goes to work. I am always amazed at how quickly and careful she works. I work a hectic schedule so I don't always come in regularly as I should. Sometimes I come in with long over due fills, busted, popped off nails & she always gets me back right. I love that she has a huge selection of colors, acrylics, and charms! So many tiny, cute decals, hearts, gems I love it. read more

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I've been going to Serenity nails for a few months now and they are always very thorough on getting my nails the way I like them. I chose a design and they create it on my nails. Always simple nothing gaudy! I would highly recommend this nail salon to anyone in need of pampering . The vibe in this salon is so relaxing you catch yourself dozing off, lol... read more

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This is my second review of this salon and I gotta say they did an AMAZING job this time. I went on a Tuesday afternoon around noon as a walk-in and they weren't busy The two ladies took their time and were truly phenomenal. Other times I've been here I felt rushed and the work is reflected in my nails as they chip a few days later :/ The staff are always so nice and welcoming. I will definitely be coming back around that same time to get my nails done again. Nails are gel polish only :) read more

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My friend and I came here around 1pm Friday afternoon (2/24/2023), we called 10 minutes prior to coming to ensure we would be taken care of right away. The employees did not acknowledge us quickly, waited for a bit before getting a desk for both our gel manicures. I sat down, my friend sat down next to me, we thought we would be getting it done at the same time. One lady sat down and I thought she would work on me, but she turned to my friend who had gel nails that had to be removed. I sat there for an hour before another nail tech said she would get to me next. My nail tech started working on my nails and went back and forth with another customer several times. I asked for a tip on my nail that was broken to make sure it would be all even. She then proceeded to add a dip powder acrylic on top of the tip, making my finger nail extraaaa thicccc. First nail tech left me after that and another took over. I felt they took on more customers than they could handle and did a terrible job. The new nail technician recleaned my nails and rush it, cut me pretty bad on my pinky to where it was bleeding. My friend and I were trying to enjoy some self care and pampering and left feeling really upset. Both our gel nails were just sloppy, inconsistent, and they're already chipping and peeling off. Hasn't even been a week yet! Literally there for TWO hours for 2 gel manicures. This salon doesn't seem very sanitary, the tools they use are rinsed off in the nail water, wiped down and put back into their boxes. I paid 33$ - not sure if it was discounted for being injured or the long wait. My friend paid 35 - not sure if it was for gel removal or regular price. read more

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Came in for my birthday to get a pedi I got the Super Spa Signature pedicure. The lady doing my pedi had no energy mabe she's not a people's person, but anyways my pedi was rushed and not relaxing at all, and no one was waiting in line. I wish she would have took her time a little more. I had to watch her the whole time just to make sure she did what she was suppose to. I've had many many pedicures before and just by her movements I could tell this was going to be a bad pedi session. I didn't even get to soak my feet in the water. That's how fast she was moving, like girl chill. I went to ask her If she could just polish them and I'll pay for a regular pedi with out the extra stuff, and as I was talking to her she turned on the steam machine to finish. When I just was ready to go and pay for the services received so far. Definitely not coming back here. I'll rather spend my money somewhere else. Next time I'm just going to book my pedicures at a spa. read more

I just started having my nails done. Before they were just natural. I've gone to three places so far to get a dip. The thing I didn't like was that they were always so thick and within less than a week it looked like I needed to have them redone. I walked into Serenity Nails one day and met Tina. I told her what I didn't like about the current look of my nails and she said that she'd be able to help me. I made an appointment for the following week. I am so glad that I found her. She's super nice and does a really good job and spends a lot of time on my nails. The look is very natural and I can go over two weeks without having them redone. I have gone there twice now for the dip and another time for a pedicure which I also loved. The salon is super clean and airy. I feel totally safe going in there without a mask. Everyone is super friendly and I would recommend this place to anybody! Nina read more

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I rarely write reviews. Only if my experience was excellent or terrible. Unfortunately, it was the latter at Serenity Nails. I came in yesterday for a 5pm appointment and waited half an hour to be seen. I had asked for a specific color and she said she had just the one. After the 3rd coat they were a tacky bright white but because I'd waited so long to be seen it was already 6:30 and I was late for a 6:30 dinner reservation, so I didn't have time to have them changed. I came in today to have them simply paint one coat of pink over them to tone down the white and they had me wait over 45 minutes for a 5 minute fix. My mother was waiting in the car so I asked them repeated when I would be seen and they kept giving me a different time. Finally, when I lost my cool and asked them if they were seriously going to make me wait 45 mins for a 5 min fix on an appointment that already ran late yesterday and made me late for dinner as well, they sat me down and fixed them. Big no and never again for me. read more

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Love! love! Love this place. This was recommended by a co-worker and glad i tried it with Hubby... because for years, we would go to SJ . But now, we found a place that provides excellent nail care, great customer service and very clean facility. Love the COVID prevention guidelines they follow, such as, taking temperature, hand-washing, wearing PPE, partitions between clients and staff, and availability of hand sanitizers. Extremely impressed! read more

This is my new favorite spot! if you're in the area and looking to get a pedicure you should stop by here and make sure to request vicky! she's does an amazing job and her work is clean! you won't regret it read more

Tina is AMAZING Been looking for a nail spot east of the Mississippi that actually cares about their clients. Finally! Tina recognized me from another place she worked before opening her own spot, it's been 2 years. I've been looking for where she went! She took the time to push cuticles and reinforce my tiny nail beds AND went back to correct my crooked nail (broken finger years ago). She said let me make your nails beautiful, and she did! Will be back in about 2 weeks. Thanks again Tina! read more

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Went to this place with a friend for a "Girls Day Out". The salon realized this, encouraged us to each get a matching flower on the big toe, and just in general, took really good care of us, making it a fun day. One of us wasn't in love with the initial nail color on the powder false nails, so the specialist changed it without any issue or complaint. The flower that Thi (spelling?) painted was lovely---all in all this business made it a very pleasant getaway for us, and I'd like to thank them! We'll be back. ' read more

My first time getting a pedicure here. Everyone was friendly and it was very clean. Vicki did a great job! I will be going back for a mani/pedi next time. read more

I really love the job they do here and how much they appreciate your business and show it in their actions. It's important to them that you leave loving your nails and I appreciate that. I also love how they are not overcharging for services. Everything I have had done has been very reasonable. Would recommend them to anyone looking for a consistent spot on the peninsula. read more

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Wow this was one of the best experiences we've had at a nail salon . Before I forget not sure if im spelling correctly Helena ,Andy and Lin were fantastic. We got a pedicure both my husband and I and i also got a manicure. Andy did the manicure for me and hand painted my french manicure. I got an awesome massage and I got an awesome massage and pedicure from Lynn. My husband got the royal treatment from Helena,. He also got a pedicure with a really long massage on his legs and feet and also got a mask on them both great experience next time I'm in Monterey I will make sure to come there everyone else was closed or had customers that they didn't have time for us but they did thank you we will be back He service was excellent and we were both sooo read more

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I've been to this place a few times and while their work is generally good, I've had a frustrating experience with communication. I asked for a deluxe pedicure plus gel, but despite explaining it multiple times, they kept insisting I only wanted gel. It seems like the language barrier might be a factor, but it was still frustrating to not get exactly what I requested. I had a similar service done last time and was happy with it, but this time, I left disappointed because they didn't understand what I wanted. Hopefully, they can work on improving communication in the future. read more

My daughter and I came here for the first time. We loved it. Nina did my nails and killed it! Will definitely be back ,highly recommend Nina! read more

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The Rolls Royce of Nails . Tina is the best at what she does , Internal Flawless , perfection at its finest .. not a paid advertisement . It's magicial read more

I have come here 3 times now and every time I come they do an amazing job. The first time I came for a pink and white set, it was one of the most clean and precise sets I had ever gotten! This last time I got ombre with a flower. They sat me with two different ladies to make sure whoever could do the best ombré and who ever could do the best flower, got to do it on my nails. They do not ever sacrifice quality work just to get a sale. A lot of places in seaside and monterey, want to get you in and out for your money, here they will make sure you're happy with their work! read more

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New Prices 2024. Service was good, ladies were all friendly and kind. Went for a gel pedicure and loved the results! read more

Serenity Nails - New prices Jan 2024 - Nail Salons Near Me - Del Rey Oaks, California

My normal salon in Pacific Grove was booked so came here. First the good: They were able to accommodate a same day appt and the salon is nice. The young man doing my manicure was nice enough. The actual paint job was mediocre (not terrible but definitely not great, with some unpainted space between nail and skin on some fingers). Now for the bad. First, the shape my nails were filed into was so square it was sharp on the edges. Not attractive or practical. I should have said something about it but I didn't realize he was done shaping them before he started painting. But the worst part is that he completely destroyed my nails. I always get gels at the PG salon and have never had a problem with nail strength because that salon uses a hand file and foils. This guy used an electric file tool to remove the gels and it was painful during removal but even more painful after. My nails felt almost raw? Two weeks later I went back to my normal spot and she removed the gels from this salon and my nails were so much thinner than she even asked what happened. When I told her I got my nails done somewhere else she asked if they used the electric tool and commented, "I don't know why other salons use that." At my normal salon I ended up with a regular manicure because I want to give my nails time to heal from the damage inflicted by this salon. Destroyed a person's actual nails is unforgivable for a nail salon, and is much worse than just a bad paint job or appt system. read more

Worst pedicure I've ever had. My cuticles were bleeding and I couldn't wear shoes for a week. My toe nails were cut so short they bled. My nails are unevenly cut and are getting snagged on my sheets, socks, everything. Do not let TOM do your feet. Half hazard massage and half hazard work. Do not waste your time and money. Oh and the gel polish is peeling off . I'm so unhappy with this place. read more

Came in for a fill and pedicure. I have a weird angle on my toes (same toe, both feet) so I always ask for them to NOT cut one side of those nails because when I stand up, they will look slanted, not straight. The lady doing my pedicure would NOT let me speak. Literally kept cutting me off saying like a damn child, over and over again 'I know, I know' but she clearly doesn't know because she doesn't listen and wouldn't allow me to finish my sentence so she did EXACTLY what I was trying to stop her from doing. So pissed. I literally had to grab the file and fix it when she was done and she didn't even care. Won't be back read more

Tina and her staff always do a good job here. Very clean and fast. Tina worked at Magic Nails until she opened her own place here a few months ago. If you're looking for Tina, she's here now. If you need your nails done quick and not looking for the day spa vibe, this is the perfect place. read more

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This was my first time going to this salon and I loved it. It's very clean and bright in there. The ladies are very friendly and sweet. I didn't catch the name of the lady who did my pedicure but she did a great job. Tina is the new owner and she also did a great job on my nails. I showed her a design and she said she loves doing designs. Thank you ladies read more

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I love Tina. I always bring her pictures of what I like and she does a really cute version of it! Will always come back here!

It's been a while I haven't been here. I use go here before a lot of time. I gave a 3 star cause I was disappointed. My pedicure came out good actually not bad. I was a little disappointed when I came in for a regular pedi no gel. He did not show me how much the price for pedi. So I'm assuming is less thanksgiving $30! so when I was done. He charged me $40. For a regular pedi! I don't think regular pedi is that much is? I fell like he was just charging me including the tips which i gave him a tip on top of the $40. I didn't complain then cause I was in a hurry. But I have to place a review here. I don't know if I want to go back here again. read more

I went in for a gel mani/pedi. Very friendly and professional staff. Downfall: My gel manicure only lasted 8 days before the edges started lifting and pulling my hair :( read more

I didn't think that spending hours in a nail salon was my idea of a good time, especially with my boyfriend on Valentine's Day, but I have seen the light! I went here for a nail spa day and my boyfriend tagged along for fun. You have to try everything once, right? Plus, my toes did look a little bit rough. I had a really nice elderly lady help me with my pedi she seemed to have more experience than the lady that helped my boyfriend. His water was very cold and they had to remove the water and refill it which took a while. The lady who helped me even stopped and helped take the paraffin wax off my boyfriends feet soles because his lady had only wiped the tops of his feet so they weren't clean. The lady who helped me made sure to look out for her coworker which was nice! After I got my acrylic nails refilled and they came out even and a beautiful color! I really enjoyed the experience overall. My boyfriend tipped 20% for the service and overall I think it was around 180 dollars for an acrylic refill and two special pedicures. If I'm nearby I'd be happy to come again! read more

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The people were very nice. The salon itself was super clean and Covid friendly. However the manicure itself is probably the worst I've ever had. I just wanted my nails cleaned up and shaped nice. I do bite my nails sometimes and it shows but she didn't even try to file anything. It was probably a 5 minute manicure and the lotion smelled absolutely terrible. Really disappointed because I rarely treat myself to a manicure. read more

Serenity Nails - 20$ manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Del Rey Oaks, California

I really wanted to love this place - it's priced really competitively, the people who worked there were super nice and funny, and frankly it's one of the cuter looking nail salons in the Carmel/Monterey area which makes the experience a lot nicer - but my manicure was pretty terrible. Less than 24 hours and my index finger has chipped slightly, Orange from my last mani is left over on the edge of one of my fingers, two of my nails have little flecks under the polish that make my nails look bumpy, and the cut on my cuticle negates the clean polished look a mani is supposed to creat. If you're not particular about your manicure - it's a nice experience but I am, so I was disappointed and won't be returning. read more

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