I see David here for my pedicures and for my nails. He takes pride and his work and really is so talented and it really shows in the finished product every single time. I can actually just relax and know my nails are going to look fire without me having to watch so super closely because I don't have to point out differences in shape or length etc from nail to nail and from hand to hand like I have in the past. My nails look uniform and everything always just looks right when he does them. He does an amazing job with my toes as well and the whole process is super relaxing and enjoyable. I do think nails in Alaska are more expensive than other places but I do feel like you get what you pay for at VIP at the same time. Between my nails and my toes there are so many steps and processes and still throughout I always feel welcome and like David wants to be doing my nails. I never ever feel like he just wants to get me done and on my way faster or anything like that. I want to say that while I do understand the general vibe that some other reviews mentioned about how nail salons aren't always super friendly but I genuinely don't get that energy here. This is one of the more inviting nail salons I've been to where I'm the most comfortable. I'm sure David has a lot to do with that for me personally though as well since I only see him :) I do want to add one more thing regarding the owners because they are super pleasant people and I remember them from a different salon that they were at about 10 years ago. I don't think I saw them for my nails at all ever because I had a couple other people that I was seeing at that time so I remember them JUST because they're some of the most pleasant people. That is still the case today and I believe that absolutely reflects overall in the energy and vibe of the salon. read more

I'm not sure how to start as I wouldn't recommend going here or having a male tech to do your nails. Coming into this nail salon I thought it'll be every persons goal is to make sure each customer leaves happy with good quality nails. no I left this salon feeling uglier then walking into this Salon. if your not going to make sure they are all sized because he didn't look to size them or make sure the lengths are the same. the color lifted 20 mins leaving this appt. then chipped my nail when coloring that evening. I wanted to have them fix this but I do not want them to make me feel even more uglier than what they had me walk out with. please don't work in this field if you can't make your customers happy and do the nails right if we are paying you and tipping you on top of that and I gave a really good tip I didn't need to give this person I should have given to a nail tech who loves doing nails. so I'll never suggest this place for anyone. read more

I love VIP nails. Hannah D. Is th best. I bring in a picture of a different nail design that I want each time and she always does an amazing job. I will go back to her everytime and highly recommend. I also really appreciate that they offer you a bottled water during your service. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I got a Mani Pedi on 9/2/25 with two amazing artist, but within two days, my Joe coloring has already coming on and I have an extreme infection in my right big toe. It's very painful. I've emailed the business, but nobody has ever gotten back to me so now I leave this review this is probably only the third time I've ever gotten my toes done because I'm always afraid of an issues like this mind you I paid $133 for the service and then I tipped each of the workers a $20 cash tip for $175. This is not at all what I expected for my new paint to be coming now and to have a huge infection. read more

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Lisa made fun of my feet the first time I came in, (I initiated it) made me cry of laughter in the car on the way home. I'm really insecurr about my soles. (Not really) but I loved the vibes of the spa the first time my friends and I went, we've gone more than 5 times after that and will continue to go here). Lisa is so fun, she laughed at me when I spread my toes for the toe spreader, love Lisa and she's a fantastic employee. - Crying in my car of laughter right now, Olivia Bekkala (She's fantastic in all seriousness, I feel very comfortable coming to this Nail Spa. Hoping to try their Head spa soon. Definitely have a loyal customer now. Vibes there are immaculate and it always smells so nice in the spa!) read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Got the deluxe package ($80 with gel) and felt so nice! - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Had a nice pedicure with Lisa. Walked in, seated quickly and pedicure was great. I recommend the paraffin treatment and leg massage

Izabella's/kid The people there are very nice. The place is so very beautiful if you wanted a spa day and a pedicure amazing I recommend it. They are very up front with their prices. It is good for kids and adults. They also ask if you want water. read more

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Josie was amazing. My cuticles are flawless. I appreciate the attention to detail and level of professionalism. Thank you so much!

It was my first time coming here. I had a great experience. David did a great job with my pedicure and my full set. I love the outcome of it! The only thing that took me by surprise was the total cause when I was in the lower 48 it didn't cost as much as I paid here but I guess it's Alaska and there's different prices everywhere. I would love to go back but I'm just not sure if I would want to pay an insane amount of money... read more

Maria is by far the best nail tech i've ever been to. She is so precise and the sweetest person ever!! Go book with her!

A friend and I wanted to get pedicures but didn't have an appointment. We decided to go to VIP Nails since they have a lot of chairs and we figured they could easily accommodate walk-ins. I was skeptical after my last time there, but decided to give them another try. They got us in right away and the ladies doing our pedicures were so nice. It also appeared very clean which is super important. I upgraded to one of the deluxe pedicures and it was great. The leg and foot massage was amazing. I would definitely go back and try to get the same nail tech because this time was way better than my previous experience. read more

I see Lisa at VIP nails and she does a great job. My nails lasted all through my vacation in Mexico. I love the gel coat. Dry quickly and I'm ready to, so no waiting to go home. So worth the extra money. I will continue to come back for my relax day. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Decent nail salon to get your nails done, however, they are busy busy! They are situated inside the Midtown Mall, lots of foot traffic. The experience was Good, but not the best. Don't expect to relax and lounge after getting your nails done. It was a "get up and go" type feeling throughout-- well my experience at least. I gave 3 stars because yes though the work felt very rushed-- they were proficient and my nails look lovely! Just by observing while my toenails dried, the salon is well staffed however OVER booked! I scheduled for 3 pedis at the same time for my mom and sis. We had to complete separately due to accommodations of walk-ins and others scheduled around the same time. Perhaps need more work on the communication between all the techs. This occurred not just with me, but a few other appts as well during the 2 hours we were there and i people watched. The nail techs I had were fast-- but not for my mother-- ooooh so slow. The lady who did my pedicure was a bit too rough and scratched my leg.. in a rush for sure to get one client done and out of their seats. Welps! On to the next! Beautiful and clean interior design though! Light fixtures were divine to look at. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Outside - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Hi there! I'm new to Anchorage and let me tell you this was definitely not a great welcoming. Please go literally anywhere else. The two ladies that were working on me were incredibly aggressive and did a shitty job. The lady doing my toes was kind but never asked me if the water was too hot or if anything hurt when she was yanking on my toenails. The woman who was doing my nails was a complete idiot and looking at everywhere in the room but my nails. Not only was the service bad but the staff couldn't even get along with each other. There was one lady bossing around everyone and she seemed to be the biggest problem! Please please please do not waste your money here! I walked out and instantly booked a new appointment at a different Salon. read more

This nail salon is located in the newer part of the Midtown Mall, formally known as Sears Mall. Got my Ma, a gift cert last year, when they were brand new. This year, I was able to experience them for myself, after easily booking my appointment ahead, online. First thing you notice is, there are no TV's. Complimentary water, purse hangers, fancy chandeliers, and timers for massages. Fancy sinks with pre-folded washcloths to dry your hands. It's the details for me! Bring your earbuds or don't. Either way their space screams R-E-L-A-X! Lisa was amazing in every way. Small stature, with strong hands! Very thorough. Funny and kind. Signature Mani & Pedi with white tips was what I requested. Hand and feet wax treatments were elite. I was anxious seeing debit card customers ahead of me, being asked to use the ATM. Lisa explained It was an option. I'm one of those people who never knows their pin #. This predicament had the potential to ruin my Mothers Day. Thankfully, Lisa was easily able to run my card as credit, but I empathize with other Yelpers mentioning this. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Putting three stars, wasn't the worst probly wasn't the best experience either. I am not one to go to a salon to get my nails done. Last time I went was 10 years ago for senior prom. I was with two other people who were getting petticures done and I didn't want to do I sat in the massage chair next to them. I waited probly a good 30 minutes until someone came to do my nails. An older guy did them and he didn't really speak English, hardly anyone did there. I didn't tell them it was my first time, nor did they ask me. It was awkward the guy gesturing and trying to tell me what to do and that I wasn't keeping the heating light on to cure the nail polish. I picked a gel color which supposedly lasts like two weeks? I could see parts that were not full with color and and left space by my cuticle that didn't have paint. The confusing part is I paid $50 for a gel manicure but that's not the price on the website. $50 is a lot to pay when I got nothing but a regular manicure with gel. I only tipped him $5. Looks like from the website all the manicures were 45 for vip and organic, 40 for signature, deluxe was 30 and regular was 20. I don't even know what I got. I won't be back. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Breakfast at Tiffany's color gel - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Not a bad place! I went in to get my nails done after having my Taipei nails on for two weeks. I usually have to do my nails every two weeks personally because she's the grow out kills me and the length just hurts my natural nails. I was immediately welcomed when I walked in on a Friday night after work around 5 PM. I got in right away, no waiting. I explained that I had Nails on from Taipei but I did not know what type of product they used were. I explained that they were not dip or acrylic and I either wanted to get them filled or I wanted to get a new set of the product that was on my nails. I usually do dip, but because these nails from Taipei were a little bit more flexible, I believe that they were gel and I liked them better than dip. I was handed off to Vicki, who decided to do a fill of acrylic, but I told her that I don't believe the product underneath is acrylic but she told me it was acrylic so we went with an acrylic fill. After having the Nails on for a couple days, I can tell that it's the usual product that I would get like acrylic is usually dip which is they're basically the same thing. I could tell the product I got from Taipei was a little bit more flexible and I'm sad I couldn't get that done but it also doesn't really help that. I also don't know what the product is from Taipei. I ended up loving the results in the end. One flaw that might draw me back to my old salon is they would My other nail salon would usually when we didclean the cuticles as well without charging your extra. I would definitely go here again, I can't recommend someone specifically at the moment but definitely a place to go to id you need a quick and fast nail appointment. read more

The quality of the whole experience was poor. They rushed my pedicure and toe became infected after the lady yanked out the ingrown and it wouldn't stop bleeding. They don't care about their customers and just try to get you in and out. 0 stars! read more

Been coming here for years but this place has gone so down hill. Not only are the nail techs distracted and lacking any kind of customer service, but there is absolutely no attention to detail and they will say no to even the simplest requests. And to add insult to injury, the price point is ridiculous. I just spent $70 on a bare minimum acrylic fill and the clear top coat that he didn't even look at is stringy/patchy and not even covering the nail. Go somewhere else to spend your money and get better service. read more

I haven't had a bad experience, I also haven't had an outstanding experience either. I usually get a basic pedicure and/or a basic manicure. Pretty standard services that have you in and out within 45min. My last visit was pretty good. I got a regular pedi and dip mani. Hannah did my fingers and they look pretty good, even one week later. My toes are still looking fresh as well. I like that they try to do both services at the same time but it was a bit uncomfortable especially when she had to do my right hand while only being able to sit to the left of me. Overall, a solid place to get your nails done. Beautiful environment, good color selection. Sometimes staff are hit or miss. read more

First time here. Beautiful looking salon. Nice lighting. Displays are presentable. Received a complimentary water which was nice. I was greeted and helped right as I walked in. The woman who did my pedicure did a good job - my issue isn't with her. Even when the gel polish wrinkled from not curing properly she took the time to fix it and correct it. Albeit it hurt a bit with no cuticles left and a rough file. My issue was the gossiping about the woman next to me who misunderstood the differences in the different types of pedicures. She had thought she chose the wax dip for her feet, but was incorrect. I was trying to enjoy my massage across the room as the woman checked out and I could hear the cluster of workers (the woman was at the atm getting cash) talking about her. Going on and on about the mistake. The customer apologized she misunderstood. Knock it off. Do not gossip about customers! They also push you to give them cash to avoid transaction fees. It's not that they can't take a credit card, but they are very pushy about the cash. I didn't like this feeling, even though I was already planning to pay with cash. It was the approach of it. Again the pedicurist herself was nice. She was meticulous. She gave a good calf massage. Pricing for those interested: $90 for a gel signature pedicure Wouldn't recommend based off this visit. read more

Yulisa did an amazing job! Ask for her 100%. Overall the prices are in line with others. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Nail technician - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I scheduled an underarm wax. I arrived on-time. I sat there for 10 minute before anyone spoke to me. There was a young man wandering around, seemingly asking people relevant questions but he asked me if I was there for a pedicure and I said no. He did not ask me what I was there for. Finally, someone clocked that I had been sitting there for a while and asked me what I was there for. I went in the room and was told the price on the website was only for waxing one side and both would be more. Who waxes only one underarm? I suggested they need to be clear that the price is only for waxing one side. In the end, they gave me a better price but I will not go back. The quality of the service was not worth the money. I also had a "deluxe" pedicure and felt the same. It was nice but the price wasn't worth it. They literally timed the massage with a timer. And having gel polish added a ridiculous upcharge for nearly zero extra work. I find it hard to believe the cost of the polish is that much more. I was really disappointed with both experiences. The VIP Head Spa is so wonderful, I expected the same here. Sadly, that was not the case. read more

I got a French gel manicure and Mindy was amazing!! She was so sweet and kind. It was super fast and she did an amazing job with doing my short nails. It was beautiful and clean inside! read more

Scam artists & sh*t talkers. Very rude employees who talk about everyone who comes in the door. I've never had a non relaxing pedicure before, you can get one at this place, though. For 2 people, 2 deluxe pedicures, one full set & a basic manicure I was charged $400+! The worst part was getting having a manicure & pedicure done on an elder at the same time. They were yanking her all different directions for an hour and the work was mediocre. Then they had the audacity to do my pedicure & put the tips for my set on at the same time. All they did was place a pillow on my lap, that kept slipping all over the place as I was being yanked around too. Thank God for Google translate. I assume they were talking sh*t but I couldn't believe what they were saying about people. Sickening and too messed up to put on this forum. DO BETTER WORK & BE BETTER PEOPLE VIP NAILS & SPA. & remember Google Translate exists. I hope more people catch them on their crap than me. ​​ read more

they made me wait 30 mins even though I scheduled an appointment. the nail tech didn't even make sure my nails were dry before applying cuticle oil. the nails came out chunky and displeasing. I strongly urge you to go get your nails done elsewhere!! read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Chunky nail - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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I recently got married and for the big day decided to get acrylic nails to ensure that my nails looked great! I had heard good things about this salon so I went to VIP nails for a full set, and was pretty happy with the end result! It definitely was a little pricey but not a big deal - afterall it had been close to 15 years since I had a full set of acrylics. After having them for a few weeks, it was time to either get a fill or have them removed, but with my profession and everyday life I decided to make an appointment to have them removed. I knew that this was something you should have professionally done since acrylics already damage your nail, so I wanted to ensure that my nails weren't damaged more than necessary. That said, I was shocked when the nail tech pulled out a spare acrylic tip and began using it to pry off my nails! It had been over a decade since having acrylics so I couldn't remember the process, but surely ripping them off was not what I expected. When she actually tore one of my nails I finally had the nerve to ask if she should be filing them or grinding them down, or soaking them at least? She said she could but decided against because she couldn't find the right tip to do that....but then quickly switched gears and tried that method for the few remaining nails I had left. She told me my nails were quite damaged and suggested that I pay another $40 to have gel polish applied. Worried I would have to come back yet again and risk more damage for that removal I declined. She did end up using some nail glue and the dip powder to try and fix the nail she tore, but never made mention of it. I'm not sure if this is standard practice since I came in for just a removal, even though this is the salon I had my nails done in the first place. Lesson learned - if you've gone down the acrylic route...do not come here for removal!! read more

I really hate to leave a bad review but this warrants it. I do love that they are accommodating to get you in quickly and do have a high level of customer service, but the health of my nails is the catalyst here. I've been going here for a year. I always have my nails taken off completely every other visit, just personal preference. When they are taken off, I always get a soak off. Here a couple months ago, the second to last trip, I noticed that the tools were brought out in autoclave pouches. Cool! Until I looked at the indicators on the bags, they either are just popped in bags for show or not processed correctly. They also use the same files and dremel bits on everyone without sterilization in between. Now I've been to tons of nail salons for 30 years and it's hard to find one that has personal files and bits, so didn't think too much about it. Fast forward to a couple weeks ago and my coworker that also goes there shows me her gnarly nail fungus. I explain to her that's why I get a new set every other visit so I know water isn't getting under the artificial nail. Life happened and I was WAY over due for a fill and no time to do it so I soaked my nails off at home. I was horrified that 3 of my nails also had damage and fungus. This has never happened to me before and I've been an acrylic nail wearer for decades. I'm super disappointed because they are very convenient and very nice, but my nail health is more important. I wish they had the option to purchase individual kits with all the tools, files, and bits. I'd go back then. read more

Kelly did such an amazing job! loved these soo soo much! This was my first time getting gel nails, I wasn't told that my finger would feel like it's burning the second you put it under the UV light. read more

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Got me in and had the right colors to match my out of State nails! made the shape to match so I didn't miss a beat!

I got a gel mani/pedi here yesterday and would not recommend this service. While the pedicure was ok, the manicure was very rushed and it was basically $50 just to have my nails painted. I noticed shortly after leaving that the gel on one of my fingernails was defective. Save your money and go somewhere where they will spend time and pay attention to detail. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Defective gel. - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Pretty good value for the services you get. Everywhere in Anchorage is pretty pricey, but you get more for your buck at VIP Nails. They have hot wax treatment options for moisturizing your cold, dry Arctic heels. The only strange thing was they use a timer to time how long they massage each leg.. I guess it's quality control and you get the same experience each time, but it caught me off guard. It's conveniently located in the mall with the REI, so check them out. So far, it's my favorite place to get my nails done! read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

After sending numerous new clients to this salon due to the level of service provided, I have realized that by voicing a dislike in the service recently received, they are not interested nor care about how customers feel. After being a loyal customer and never having a problem in making a reservation with Lihn, I called today to make an appointment and all of a sudden she informed me that she is completely booked through Monday, July 26...how funny!! I guess Lihn didn't appreciate feedback by an individual who was spending upwards of $400 a month...oh well; there are businesses who would appreciate a loyal returning customer who does not mind paying for an excellent experience in their salon. Going with my gut feeling that something was not right, I had a friend of mine call and make an appointment with Lihn to see if she would receive the same"I'm booked" response, due to no surprise.... she was able to make an appointment for this weekend. I would rather a business tell me that they do not want or need my business than to lie! Anchorage is not that big and you might be surprised at who all knows who.......I will never recommend this business to anyone again! Smh..., one should not accuse another of dishonesty in a time when text messages is the new age of communicating!! Called Linh asking when her next appointment was, she immediately said she was booked today...I didn't ask for today; I asked when her next appointment was. She then back tracked and said I had made appointments in the past and didn't show or communicate I was unable to make it and messed up her schedule. I did text her, but I guess she does not read "English" text messages. Hmmm (see attached image) I always felt that these nail shops would say less than pleasing about the individuals that are providing them with the means of a livelihood.... And I shockingly, I was correct! Tip to VIP Nail and Spa.... you should not accuse someone of being dishonest, when it is thy that speaks in their native tongue that is acutely being dishonest! Know your audience instead on assuming no one in your salon understands or knows your language! Please doing insult my intelligence with unapologetic "misunderstanding" reply! Thank you read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Text messages sent to Linh! - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Not the best place to go if you're looking for something beyond basic. Hate to leave bad reviews but I've been here a handful of times and each experience was the same. Salon is all about money, they want to get you in and out as fast as possible so they could keep taking walk ins and make the most of their time, even if you have an appt booked, they will continue to overbook themselves and rush their work with you so that they can keep taking as many customers as they can squeeze in. The nail techs that I've had here (all different ones each time) are not very experienced in designs as well. Each time I've showed them a picture of what I wanted, they botch it. I wish they would just tell me upfront that they do not know how to do the design so I could just pick out a solid color so I don't feel like my money is wasted each time. I gave them 1 more chance today and asked for the "hailey bieber" "glazed donut" nails and showed tech a photo and she completely butchered it. I will now have to go to a different salon to get a color change. She asked me at the end if I liked them, I said not really and that they were really clear, but she said because the color I picked out was too "pink". See attached photos of what I wanted VS. what I got.. Also, it doesn't matter if you book online and select someone specific to do your set, because I chose someone specifically based on the photos they post on their IG and when I got there, I reminded them I had a full set booked as well after my pedi, because I could tell they didn't know I had a full set booked as well when I noticed them scrambling between thier new walk ins and people with appointments. read more

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Came in here on a Friday afternoon for a day of relaxation with my husband and that's exactly what we received. We enjoyed the sparkly and clean atmosphere while getting our deluxe pedicures. The massage chairs hit the spot. Loved the selection of colors, stickers, and naiAmazing staff. Feels very fresh and clean inside. Our nails came out perfect. It was exactly how we wanted to spend the day. Great great great all around. Five star experience. Can't wait to return! read more

Wish it could be zero, had the nails for 2 days and they're chipping off and for whatever reason the nail polish underneath is tacky like it never dried and it smells really funny like they're using unapproved FDA products. read more

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The staff were very nice, lots of colors to choose from and the lotion smelled amazing! They were a little busy...but that means they have a large audience read more

Been here twice. Love the shop setup. Very clean, the employees are friendly and a nice range of nail polish selection. My first appointment was a manicure and pedicure. Really nice, the pedicure chairs have massage options. Whenever the manicure is done, they got this lovely scrub to clear away any dead skin or residue. Smells DELICIOUS. I secretly want to eat it every time. Lol. read more

Vip Nails & Spa - Sparkly magenta-ness - Nail Salons Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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I had went to get both a mani and pedi and it had taken 3 hours just for a almond shaped french tip to be done for my nails. My nails are uneven and they didn't double coat it. They kept cutting my skin around my nails. The lady kept jerking my hand around as well. For my pedicure I had gotten the $55 deal and my feet were still a little rough and my toenails were cut uneven. For the price of the nails it was $110 just for a basic french tip which was outragious. Especially since my nails were uneven. They charge for a full set and then they charge $25 extra for gel. I have gone to other places where my nails were done a lot better and a lot cheaper. I recommend going elsewhere. read more

Called earlier in the day and made an appointment for me and my family. Showed up for appointment and was told it would be another 45 min bc there were 5 others still waiting. I would understand a small wait but 45 min or more when you scheduled an appointment is a let down for a customer. Beautiful salon, but could be managed better. We were able to go down the street and they took us immediately. read more