5 Best Nail Salons in Downtown, Lincoln NE
Updated 11 October 2026 · 20 salons in Downtown, Lincoln NE considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers nail salons in Downtown Lincoln, Nebraska, drawn from the Google nail salon category and ranked by weighted rating. It is aimed at anyone looking for manicures, pedicures, gel sets or nail art near the Downtown area. Twenty qualifying businesses were considered, and the five shown are listed in rank order. Each entry includes Google hours, address, listed attributes and a summary of what reviewers mention, so readers can choose the salon that fits their needs.
#1
LUXURY Nails & Spa
★ 4.9 (438 Google reviews)Nail salon
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LUXURY Nails & Spa is at 1101 Arapahoe Street, rated 4.9 from 438 Google reviews. It is listed as open every day, with weekday and Saturday hours from 9:30 am to 7 pm and a Sunday schedule from 11 am to 5 pm. Reviewers describe the work as detailed and artistic, and mention deluxe pedicures and gel X nails. One reviewer says the salon is beautiful and spotless. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.
Best for: Artistic nail work and deluxe pedicures
- Address
- 1101 Arapahoe St Ste 102, Lincoln, NE 68502, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–7 pm; Mon 9:30 am–7 pm; Sat 9:30 am–7 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm; Thu 9:30 am–7 pm; Tue 9:30 am–7 pm; Wed 9:30 am–7 pm
#2
NAILPEDIA SALON
★ 4.9 (422 Google reviews)Nail salon
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NAILPEDIA SALON on South 70th Street has a rating of 4.9 from 422 Google reviews. Its hours are 10 am to 7 pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:30 am to 6 pm on Saturday and 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday, and it is closed on Tuesdays. Reviewers mention friendly staff, careful French tip application and a focus on client comfort. Google notes that appointments are recommended and that it accepts card and mobile payments.
Best for: Comfortable appointments with careful work
- Address
- 2710 S 70th St #108, Lincoln, NE 68506, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–7 pm; Sat 9:30 am–6 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 10 am–7 pm
#3
Marenda Nails
★ 4.8 (551 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Marenda Nails has a rating of 4.8 from 551 Google reviews and is located on Pine Lake Road. It opens at 10 am on weekdays and 9:30 am on Saturday, and it is open on Sunday from noon to 5 pm. Reviewers mention an atmosphere that feels clean and comfortable, cat-eye designs that stand out and a pedicure in a relaxed setting. The listing says walk-ins are accepted and that the shop is good for kids.
Best for: Walk-in nail sets for all ages
- Address
- 2525 Pine Lake Rd #212, Lincoln, NE 68512, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–7 pm; Sat 9:30 am–6 pm; Sun 12–5 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
#4
Maica's nails and spa
★ 4.8 (401 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Maica's nails and spa is on North 48th Street, rated 4.8 from 401 Google reviews. It opens at 9:30 am and closes at 6:30 pm from Monday through Saturday, and is closed on Sundays. Reviewers praise the pedicures, with some saying they were seen quickly without a long wait and that drinks were offered right away. Other reviewers say manicure quality has been inconsistent and that appointments were moved or cancelled. The listing shows wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Pedicures and a quick visit
- Address
- 2401 N 48th St Ste 4, Lincoln, NE 68504, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–6:30 pm; Mon 9:30 am–6:30 pm; Sat 9:30 am–6:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9:30 am–6:30 pm; Tue 9:30 am–6:30 pm; Wed 9:30 am–6:30 pm
#5
Jim Nails
★ 4.8 (359 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Jim Nails on Libra Drive is rated 4.8 from 359 Google reviews. Hours are 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays, 9 am to 6 pm on Saturday and 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday. Reviewers mention a purple ombre set with blended colors, eyebrow waxing done quickly and walk-in service without an appointment. Several say the salon has recent updates and that snacks are available. The listing lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Ombre sets and walk-in service
- Address
- 1245 Libra Dr, Lincoln, NE 68512, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–6 pm; Sun 11 am–4 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 20 salons in Downtown, Lincoln NE with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Nail 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, Jim Nails 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?
LUXURY Nails & Spa ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 438 reviews. NAILPEDIA SALON is second at 4.9 from 422 reviews.
Which salons in Downtown, Lincoln NE are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is LUXURY Nails & Spa, at 7 pm.
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