5 Best Hair Salons in Downtown, Allentown PA
Updated 11 October 2026 · 8 salons in Downtown, Allentown PA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five hair salons in Downtown Allentown, Pennsylvania, that Google categorizes as hair salons, ranked by Google rating weighted by how many reviews each salon has. Each entry shows hours, address, listed amenities and the themes reviewers raise, so you can compare consultations, color, braids and curly-hair work. Confirm hours and booking details with the salon before you visit.
#1
Transcend Salon
★ 5 (109 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Transcend Salon is on West Allen Street in Allentown and has a 5 Google rating from 109 reviews. It is open Tuesday through Sunday and closed on Monday, with shorter hours on Saturday and Sunday. Google lists beverages, appointments required or recommended, free street parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and restroom. Reviewers mention a thorough consultation, a perm with styling instructions and color and cuts that matched what they wanted.
Best for: Consultations and perms with styling tips
- Address
- 1736 W Allen St, Allentown, PA 18104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–5 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun 10 am–4 pm; Thu 9 am–8 pm; Tue 9 am–8 pm; Wed 9 am–8 pm
#2
Lauren Harris Beauty
★ 5 (99 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Lauren Harris Beauty is on Hamilton Street in Allentown and has a 5 Google rating from 99 reviews. It is open Tuesday through Friday with shorter hours, and closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Google lists a wheelchair-accessible car park and toilet. Reviewers mention easy booking, clear directions to the salon and a warm, cozy space. Several describe color that came out rich and dimensional, a flattering cut and a relaxing shampoo with a warm towel and head and neck massage.
Best for: Color, cuts and relaxing treatments
- Address
- 2015 Hamilton St #104, Allentown, PA 18104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–2:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–2:30 pm; Tue 12–2:30 pm; Wed 9 am–1 pm
#3
Victoria Braiding Salon & Beauty Supply
★ 4.7 (137 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Victoria Braiding Salon & Beauty Supply is on Hamilton Street in Allentown and has a 4.7 Google rating from 137 reviews. It is open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and closed on Sunday. Google lists appointments required or recommended, walk-ins accepted and good for kids, with paid parking nearby. Reviewers mention a stylist who delivered the exact style they wanted in under an hour, practical hair care tips and fair prices.
Best for: Braids and walk-in appointments
- Address
- 542 Hamilton St Suite 203, Allentown, PA 18101, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–5 pm; Mon 10 am–5 pm; Sat 10 am–5 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–5 pm; Tue 10 am–5 pm; Wed 10 am–5 pm
#4
Truth Beauty Salon
★ 4.9 (70 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Truth Beauty Salon is on West Allen Street in Allentown and has a 4.9 Google rating from 70 reviews. It is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 7 pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm, and closed on Sunday and Monday. Google lists a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and restroom. Reviewers mention a last-minute visit that dealt with heavy matting other shops had refused, careful trims and a stylist who checked that they were happy.
Best for: Matting, trims and styling
- Address
- 1850 W Allen St, Allentown, PA 18104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–3 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
#5
Studio 924 Salon
★ 4.7 (104 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Studio 924 Salon is on North 19th Street in Allentown and has a 4.7 Google rating from 104 reviews. It is open seven days a week, with hours that vary by day. Google lists beverages, appointments required or recommended, card payments and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and restroom. Reviewers describe an artsy, comfortable space and friendly staff who offer coffee or water during the visit.
Best for: Curly hair, cuts and color
- Address
- 924 N 19th St, Allentown, PA 18104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–5 pm; Mon 11 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–4 pm; Sun 10 am–5 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 salons in Downtown, Allentown PA with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Hair salon”, ranked by weighted rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Transcend Salon opens at 8 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated salon on this list?
Transcend Salon ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 109 reviews. Lauren Harris Beauty is second at 5 from 99 reviews.
Which salons in Downtown, Allentown PA are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Transcend Salon, at 8 pm.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Transcend Salon.
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