5 Best Salons in Wilmington NC
Updated 11 October 2026 · 14 salons in Wilmington NC considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list ranks the best salons in Wilmington NC by Google rating, weighted by how many reviews each business has, with a minimum of 300 reviews. Fourteen qualifying businesses were considered, and the five below rank highest. It is meant for people looking for a hair stylist or a nail salon who want a shortlist built from what other customers report. Ratings and review counts come from Google, and the quoted excerpts describe what reviewers have said. The order reflects the ranking only and is not a judgment about any single visit.
#1
Head to Toe Day Spa, Inc.
★ 4.9 (1,192 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Head to Toe Day Spa, Inc. is a hair salon at 5815 Oleander Dr in Wilmington, rated 4.9 from 1,192 reviews on Google. It is open seven days a week, with several weekday evenings open until 9 pm. Google lists accessible parking, entrance and restroom. Reviewers mention caring stylists who listen closely, follow-up help after an appointment, a calm and relaxing space, and massage and facial services. Some also point to the friendly front desk team.
Best for: Hair appointments in a calm, full-service spa
- Address
- 5815 Oleander Dr Ste 110, Wilmington, NC 28403, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–9 pm; Mon 9 am–6 pm; Sat 9 am–7 pm; Sun 11 am–6 pm; Thu 9 am–9 pm; Tue 9 am–9 pm; Wed 9 am–9 pm
#2
Organic Nails
★ 4.9 (484 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Organic Nails is a nail salon at 5202 Carolina Beach Rd in Wilmington, rated 4.9 from 484 reviews on Google. It is open daily, with weekday hours from 9:30 am to 7 pm. Google lists accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom. Reviewers mention gel-X manicures, help creating a custom design, and careful, efficient work. Several say the staff were kind, and newcomers to the area mention feeling at ease on a first visit.
Best for: Gel-X manicures and custom nail designs
- Address
- 5202 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–7 pm; Mon 9:30 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–6 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm; Thu 9:30 am–7 pm; Tue 9:30 am–7 pm; Wed 9:30 am–7 pm
#3
Adore Nails Salon Wilmington NC
★ 4.8 (1,209 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Adore Nails Salon Wilmington NC is a nail salon at 4403 Oleander Dr in Wilmington, rated 4.8 from 1,209 reviews on Google. It is open daily from about 9 am to 7 pm, with shorter Sunday hours. Google lists appointments as required, walk-ins accepted, free parking and on-site services. Reviewers mention precise bridal and wedding nails, pedicures, technicians who check in during the service, and a clean, decorated salon.
Best for: Detailed nail work with walk-in options
- Address
- 4403 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–7 pm; Sun 12–6 pm; Thu 9 am–7 pm; Tue 9 am–7 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
#4
The Nail Bar Wilmington
★ 4.8 (825 Google reviews)Nail salon
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The Nail Bar Wilmington is a nail salon at 7972 Market St, Suite 300, in Wilmington, rated 4.8 from 825 reviews on Google. Hours run from about 9:30 am on weekdays into the early evening, with shorter weekend hours. Google lists accessible parking, entrance and restroom. Reviewers mention professional and warm staff, pedicures with massage, gel nails and wedding nails, and mimosas served with services. Some describe the salon as a good fit for families.
Best for: Pedicures, gel nails and bridal sets
- Address
- 7972 Market St Suite 300, Wilmington, NC 28411, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–7 pm; Mon 9:30 am–7 pm; Sat 9:30 am–6 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm; Thu 9:30 am–7 pm; Tue 9:30 am–7 pm; Wed 9:30 am–7 pm
#5
Magic Nails
★ 4.8 (723 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Magic Nails is a nail salon at 3500 Oleander Dr, Suite E28, in Wilmington, rated 4.8 from 723 reviews on Google. Google describes it as identifying as Black-owned and lists walk-ins as accepted and the salon as LGBTQ+ friendly. Hours are daily from about 10 am to 7 pm, with shorter Sunday hours. Reviewers mention acrylic sets, careful nail shaping, a honey pedicure in a private quiet room, and a stylish interior.
Best for: Acrylics and pedicures with walk-ins
- Address
- 3500 Oleander Dr Ste E28, Wilmington, NC 28403, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–7 pm; Sat 10 am–7 pm; Sun 11:30 am–6 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 14 salons in Wilmington NC with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. 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, Head to Toe Day Spa, Inc. 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?
Head to Toe Day Spa, Inc. ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 1,192 reviews. Organic Nails is second at 4.9 from 484 reviews.
Which salons in Wilmington NC are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Head to Toe Day Spa, Inc., at 9 pm.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Adore Nails Salon Wilmington NC.
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