5 Best Hair Salons in Downtown, Appleton WI
Updated 29 September 2026 · 8 salons in Downtown, Appleton WI considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five hair salons serving Downtown Appleton and nearby areas. It is for anyone searching for a new stylist for cuts, color, balayage, curly hair or bridal styling. The ranking comes from Google ratings weighted by review count, so salons with both high scores and a steady volume of reviews appear first. Each entry notes hours, accessibility and booking details, along with what reviewers mention about their appointments.
#1
Salon Cti Of Appleton, LLC
★ 4.8 (369 Google reviews)Hair salon
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A women-owned salon on North Mall Drive with evening hours until 8 pm Tuesday through Thursday and a Saturday morning slot. Reviewers mention big length changes, balayage, partial highlights and fixes for brassy tones, though one describes a disappointing curly cut. It is listed as LGBTQ+ friendly, a transgender safe space and good for kids, with on-site parking, gender-neutral toilets and full wheelchair access.
Best for: Highlights and big changes
- Address
- 330 N Mall Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–6 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–8 pm; Tue 10 am–8 pm; Wed 10 am–8 pm
#2
Cosmic Revival Salon
★ 4.9 (134 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Located on East Wisconsin Avenue, this women-owned salon runs by appointment and stays open until 8 pm Tuesday through Thursday. Reviewers describe stylists who listen closely, remember inspiration photos, help with transitions back to natural color, and even offer fidget toys to anxious clients. It is listed as LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space, with gender-neutral toilets and wheelchair-accessible entry, seating and restroom.
Best for: Color transitions and anxious clients
- Address
- 132 E Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–3 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–8 pm; Tue 9 am–8 pm; Wed 9 am–8 pm
#3
Shear Chaos Hair Parlour
★ 4.7 (184 Google reviews)Hair salon
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This South Appleton Street salon has what reviewers call a quirky, spooky atmosphere. Reviewers mention stylists who explain how hair texture behaves and aim for the exact look requested, though one felt it was not the place for alternative cuts and another found the pricing high. Appointments are required, and some book a couple of weeks ahead. It is closed Sunday and Monday and listed as good for kids.
Best for: Cuts with a quirky vibe
- Address
- 111 S Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–4 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–7 pm; Tue 11 am–7 pm; Wed 11 am–7 pm
#4
Salon Elan Appleton
★ 4.7 (142 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Based on South Riverheath Way, this salon runs by appointment Tuesday through Saturday, with a short Saturday morning. Reviewers mention cutting, color and styling technique, bridal trials and wedding-morning hair, and stylists who ask detailed questions about hair goals and keep up with training. It has on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and restroom, and is listed as good for kids.
Best for: Bridal hair and styling
- Address
- 201 South Riverheath Way #1800, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–1 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–7 pm; Tue 9 am–7 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
#5
hooge salon and spa
★ 4.7 (106 Google reviews)Hair salon
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A women-owned salon and spa on Eisenhower Drive, open Monday through Saturday with evening hours until 8 pm on most weekdays. Reviewers mention pairing a massage with color or a wash and style, and cuts that bring out natural curl, though one former client describes an unpleasant exchange by text. It accepts cheques and cards, has on-site parking, and is listed as LGBTQ+ friendly.
Best for: Hair and massage together
- Address
- N 474 Eisenhower Dr Ste L, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon 9 am–8 pm; Sat 9 am–3 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–8 pm; Tue 9 am–8 pm; Wed 9 am–8 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 salons in Downtown, Appleton WI 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 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Salon Cti Of Appleton, LLC 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?
Salon Cti Of Appleton, LLC ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 369 reviews. Cosmic Revival Salon is second at 4.9 from 134 reviews.
Which salons in Downtown, Appleton WI are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Salon Cti Of Appleton, LLC, at 8 pm.
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