5 Underrated Salons in Downtown, Chattanooga TN Worth Trying
Updated 11 October 2026 · 10 salons in Downtown, Chattanooga TN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five underrated nail and hair salons in Downtown Chattanooga TN. Each one has a Google rating of 4.4 or higher but fewer than 400 reviews, so these are smaller, less crowded options. Ten qualifying businesses were considered, and the order follows Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry lists the Google category, hours, address and accessibility details, along with themes that reviewers mention. Hours can change, so confirm with each salon before booking.
#1
Prestige Nail Lounge LLC
★ 5 (63 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Prestige Nail Lounge LLC is a nail salon at 2020 Gunbarrel Rd in Chattanooga, rated 5 on Google from 63 reviews. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and closed on Sunday. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet. Reviewers mention a clean, organized suite, a welcoming and friendly technician, and nails that came out better than expected. Several reviewers say the technician cares about the health of clients' nails. Google does not list a price range.
Best for: Clean, welcoming nail appointments with a personal touch
- Address
- 2020 Gunbarrel Rd Ste 194 Room 129, Chattanooga, TN 37421, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–10 pm; Mon 9 am–8 pm; Sat 10 am–7 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–10 pm; Tue 9 am–3:30 pm; Wed 9 am–8 pm
#2
Southside Salon & Spa
★ 4.9 (160 Google reviews)Beauty Parlour
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Southside Salon & Spa is listed on Google as a beauty parlour at 1265 Market St in Chattanooga, with a 4.9 rating from 160 reviews. It is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, open Saturday until 3 pm, and closed Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention haircuts that suit naturally curly hair, short cuts handled well, and a relaxed, friendly chair-side conversation. Google does not list a price range.
Best for: Haircuts with a relaxed, conversational feel
- Address
- 1265 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–6 pm; Mon 9 am–6 pm; Sat 9 am–3 pm; Sun Closed; Thu Closed; Tue Closed; Wed 9 am–6 pm
#3
Anna's Nails
★ 4.9 (155 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Anna's Nails is a nail salon at 1913 Gunbarrel Rd in Chattanooga, rated 4.9 on Google from 155 reviews. It is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 am to 7 pm and closed on Sunday. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention detailed work, color matched quickly to an inspiration photo, and a kind, professional experience. Some reviewers mention a gel X suggestion as an alternative to acrylic. Google does not list a price range.
Best for: Detailed nail color and gel work
- Address
- 1913 Gunbarrel Rd #117, Chattanooga, TN 37421, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–7 pm; Mon 9:30 am–7 pm; Sat 9:30 am–7 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9:30 am–7 pm; Tue 9:30 am–7 pm; Wed 9:30 am–7 pm
#4
Belleza Nails Spa
★ 4.8 (393 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Belleza Nails Spa is a nail salon at 45 E Main St, Suite 100, in Chattanooga, rated 4.8 on Google from 393 reviews. Hours run from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm on most weekdays, 9 am to 7 pm on Saturday, and 12 to 5 pm on Sunday. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention pedicures, dip manicures, eyebrow waxing and friendly technicians. Reviews are mixed on consistency, with one reviewer finding a gel polish job rushed and chipping. Google does not list a price range.
Best for: Pedicures, dip manicures and extra services
- Address
- 45 E Main St #100, Chattanooga, TN 37408, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Mon 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Sat 9 am–7 pm; Sun 12–5 pm; Thu 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Tue 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Wed 9:30 am–7:30 pm
#5
Nooga nail fairy
★ 4.8 (45 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Nooga nail fairy is a nail salon in Phenix Suites at 2020 Gunbarrell Rd in Chattanooga, rated 4.8 on Google from 45 reviews. It is open Tuesday through Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm, and closed Monday and Sunday. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking only. Reviewers mention custom nail art, adjustments made to a requested design, and acrylic nails that hold up well. Several reviewers say the appointment is pleasant because the technician is easy to talk to. Google does not list a price range.
Best for: Custom nail art and friendly appointments
- Address
- 2020 Gunbarrell Rd phenix suites #129, Chattanooga, TN 37421, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–6 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–6 pm; Tue 10 am–6 pm; Wed 10 am–6 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 10 salons in Downtown, Chattanooga TN with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. 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, Prestige Nail Lounge LLC opens at 9 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?
Prestige Nail Lounge LLC ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 63 reviews. Southside Salon & Spa is second at 4.9 from 160 reviews.
Which salons in Downtown, Chattanooga TN are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Prestige Nail Lounge LLC, at 10 pm.
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