Da Nang nail salon guide: 15 questions travellers ask
The short version: a gel manicure in Da Nang is about 230,000₫ (~$9.2), you do not need to book, and a photo of the design is all you need. LENA's 3 salons are open every day 8:30 am – 8:30 pm near My Khe Beach, An Thuong and the city centre. Here are the 15 questions we hear most.
- How much is a manicure in Da Nang?
- Do the staff speak English?
- Do I need to book?
- What are the opening hours?
- Which salon is closest to My Khe Beach?
- Which salon is closest to the city centre?
- Is it hygienic?
- How long does gel last in Da Nang?
- How do I pay? Should I tip?
- What if a nail lifts or chips?
- Should I remove gel before flying home?
- Do you do waxing?
- Do you do lashes or brow tattoo?
- I have a flight today — is there time?
- What is the rainy season like?
1. How much is a manicure in Da Nang?
At LENA a basic manicure is 100,000₫ (~$4), a gel manicure 230,000₫ (~$9.2), the gel hands + scrub pedicure combo 520,000₫ (~$21), and extensions start at 400,000₫ (~$16). No hidden extras. Full price guide →
2. Do the staff speak English?
Yes — our technicians work in English every day; most of our clients are travellers. If your English is limited too, a photo of the design you want does the job. Bring a photo →
3. Do I need to book?
No. All 3 salons take walk-ins. Quieter hours are 8:30–11:00 and 14:00–16:00. From about 17:00 until close, and on rainy afternoons, the salons are busier. A WhatsApp message does not hold a chair. Open now →
4. What are the opening hours?
Every day 8:30 am – 8:30 pm, weekends and holidays included. Gel and nail art stop about an hour before closing. Quietest times →
5. Which salon is closest to My Khe Beach?
211/88 Nguyen Van Thoai (An Hai, hotel strip side) and 34 An Thuong 3 (An Thuong, An Thuong area) are both walkable from the beach. Walking routes →
6. Which salon is closest to the city centre?
Our salons are on the coastal side: Son Tra (89 Pham Tu), An Hai (211/88 Nguyen Van Thoai) and An Thuong (34 An Thuong 3) — easily reached by Grab within 5–7 minutes from coastal area. An Thuong salon →
7. Is it hygienic?
Metal tools are soaked in disinfectant and scrubbed after every client, stored in a clean UV cabinet, sealed and opened in front of you. Files are single-use and technicians wear gloves. The whole process is on video. Watch the video →
8. How long does gel last in Da Nang?
2–3 weeks on hands and 4–6 weeks on toes — far longer than regular polish (3–7 days) in salt water, sunscreen and humidity. Gel vs regular →
9. How do I pay? Should I tip?
Vietnamese dong cash, card (4% surcharge) or bank transfer. Tipping is not expected in Vietnam. A 500,000₫ note covers most visits. Paying guide →
10. What if a nail lifts or chips?
If it lifts, cracks or chips because of the application, we fix it free within 7 days at any salon. Knocks and heavy work are not covered; a single-nail repair is 100,000₫. All services →
11. Should I remove gel before flying home?
If you do not want to keep it, have it soaked off before you leave — 30,000₫, about 10 minutes. Peeling it off yourself damages the nail. Gel manicure →
12. Do you do waxing?
Yes, always by female staff, with fresh wax for every client. Eyebrows 150,000₫, underarms 200,000₫, full legs 500,000₫. Waxing is available across all 3 salons, done by female technicians; bikini and Brazilian are priced on WhatsApp before you come. Waxing menu →
13. Do you do lashes or brow tattoo?
No. LENA does nails and waxing only — no lash extensions, lash lifts, brow tattoo, tinting or threading. Eyebrow waxing →
14. I have a flight today — is there time?
A basic mani or pedi takes 20–30 minutes, gel about 45. Book a slot that finishes 3–4 hours before departure and tell us how long you have. Plan your time →
15. What is the rainy season like?
August to December, wettest September–November. Rain usually comes in 30-minute to 2-hour bursts — a good window for a manicure. Rainy day guide →
Easiest way: WhatsApp us (+84 799 144 968) your design photo, when you are free and where you are staying — we will tell you which salon, how much and how long.
FAQ
How much is a manicure in Da Nang?
At LENA a basic manicure is 100,000₫ (~$4), a gel manicure 230,000₫ (~$9.2), the gel hands + scrub pedicure combo 520,000₫ (~$21), and extensions start at 400,000₫ (~$16). No hidden extras.
Do the staff speak English?
Yes — our technicians work in English every day; most of our clients are travellers. If your English is limited too, a photo of the design you want does the job.
Do I need to book?
No. All 3 salons take walk-ins. Quieter hours are 8:30–11:00 and 14:00–16:00. From about 17:00 until close, and on rainy afternoons, the salons are busier. A WhatsApp message does not hold a chair.
What are the opening hours?
Every day 8:30 am – 8:30 pm, weekends and holidays included. Gel and nail art stop about an hour before closing.
Which salon is closest to My Khe Beach?
211/88 Nguyen Van Thoai (An Hai, hotel strip side) and 34 An Thuong 3 (An Thuong, An Thuong area) are both walkable from the beach.
Which salon is closest to the city centre?
Our salons are on the coastal side: Son Tra (89 Pham Tu), An Hai (211/88 Nguyen Van Thoai) and An Thuong (34 An Thuong 3) — easily reached by Grab within 5–7 minutes from coastal area.
Is it hygienic?
Metal tools are soaked in disinfectant and scrubbed after every client, stored in a clean UV cabinet, sealed and opened in front of you. Files are single-use and technicians wear gloves. The whole process is on video.
How long does gel last in Da Nang?
2–3 weeks on hands and 4–6 weeks on toes — far longer than regular polish (3–7 days) in salt water, sunscreen and humidity.
Looking for a quality nail salon in Da Nang? Walk-ins are always welcome or message us on WhatsApp.