Da Nang nail salon guide: 15 questions travellers ask
The short version: a gel manicure in Da Nang is about 200,000₫ (~$8), you do not need to book, and a photo of the design is all you need. LENA's 4 salons are open every day 8:30 am – 8:30 pm near My Khe Beach, An Thuong and the city centre. Here are the 15 questions we hear most.
- How much is a manicure in Da Nang?
- Do the staff speak English?
- Do I need to book?
- What are the opening hours?
- Which salon is closest to My Khe Beach?
- Is there a salon near Han Market or the Dragon Bridge?
- Is it hygienic?
- How long does gel last in Da Nang?
- How do I pay? Should I tip?
- What if a nail lifts or chips?
- Should I remove gel before flying home?
- Do you do waxing?
- Do you do lashes or brow tattoo?
- I have a flight today — is there time?
- What is the rainy season like?
1. How much is a manicure in Da Nang?
At LENA a basic manicure is 70,000₫ (~$3), a gel manicure 200,000₫ (~$8), the gel hands + scrub pedicure combo 580,000₫ (~$23), and extensions start at 400,000₫ (~$16). No hidden extras. Full price guide →
2. Do the staff speak English?
Yes — our technicians work in English every day; most of our clients are travellers. If your English is limited too, a photo of the design you want does the job. Bring a photo →
3. Do I need to book?
No. All 4 salons take walk-ins. From about 5 pm it gets busy and you may wait 10–30 minutes — message us on WhatsApp before you leave and we will tell you which salon is free right now. Open now →
4. What are the opening hours?
Every day 8:30 am – 8:30 pm, weekends and holidays included. Gel and nail art stop about an hour before closing. Quietest times →
5. Which salon is closest to My Khe Beach?
211/88 Nguyen Van Thoai (An Hai, hotel strip side) and 34 An Thuong 3 (My An, An Thuong area) are both walkable from the beach. Walking routes →
6. Is there a salon near Han Market or the Dragon Bridge?
Yes — Hai Chau, 68/4 Bach Dang, in the lane next to Bamboo Green Riverside hotel on Bach Dang street. Hai Chau salon →
7. Is it hygienic?
Metal tools are soaked in disinfectant and scrubbed after every client, stored in a UV steriliser, sealed and opened in front of you. Files are single-use and technicians wear gloves. The whole process is on video. Watch the video →
8. How long does gel last in Da Nang?
2–3 weeks on hands and 4–6 weeks on toes — far longer than regular polish (3–5 days) in salt water, sunscreen and humidity. Gel vs regular →
9. How do I pay? Should I tip?
Vietnamese dong cash, card (4% surcharge) or bank transfer. Tipping is not expected in Vietnam. A 500,000₫ note covers most visits. Paying guide →
10. What if a nail lifts or chips?
If it lifts, cracks or chips because of the application, we fix it free within 5 days at any salon. Knocks and heavy work are not covered; a single-nail repair is 70,000₫. All services →
11. Should I remove gel before flying home?
If you do not want to keep it, have it soaked off before you leave — 30,000₫, about 10 minutes. Peeling it off yourself damages the nail. Gel manicure →
12. Do you do waxing?
Yes, always by female staff, with fresh wax for every client. Eyebrows 100,000₫, underarms 150,000₫, full legs 500,000₫. Bikini and Brazilian are done in the private room at Hai Chau, priced on WhatsApp before you come. Waxing menu →
13. Do you do lashes or brow tattoo?
No. LENA does nails and waxing only — no lash extensions, lash lifts, brow tattoo, tinting or threading. Eyebrow waxing →
14. I have a flight today — is there time?
A basic mani or pedi takes 20–30 minutes, gel about 45. Book a slot that finishes 3–4 hours before departure and tell us how long you have. Plan your time →
15. What is the rainy season like?
August to December, wettest September–November. Rain usually comes in 30-minute to 2-hour bursts — a good window for a manicure. Rainy day guide →
Easiest way: WhatsApp us (+84 799 144 968) your design photo, when you are free and where you are staying — we will tell you which salon, how much and how long.
FAQ
How much is a manicure in Da Nang?
At LENA a basic manicure is 70,000₫ (~$3), a gel manicure 200,000₫ (~$8), the gel hands + scrub pedicure combo 580,000₫ (~$23), and extensions start at 400,000₫ (~$16). No hidden extras.
Do the staff speak English?
Yes — our technicians work in English every day; most of our clients are travellers. If your English is limited too, a photo of the design you want does the job.
Do I need to book?
No. All 4 salons take walk-ins. From about 5 pm it gets busy and you may wait 10–30 minutes — message us on WhatsApp before you leave and we will tell you which salon is free right now.
What are the opening hours?
Every day 8:30 am – 8:30 pm, weekends and holidays included. Gel and nail art stop about an hour before closing.
Which salon is closest to My Khe Beach?
211/88 Nguyen Van Thoai (An Hai, hotel strip side) and 34 An Thuong 3 (My An, An Thuong area) are both walkable from the beach.
Is there a salon near Han Market or the Dragon Bridge?
Yes — Hai Chau, 68/4 Bach Dang, in the lane next to Bamboo Green Riverside hotel on Bach Dang street.
Is it hygienic?
Metal tools are soaked in disinfectant and scrubbed after every client, stored in a UV steriliser, sealed and opened in front of you. Files are single-use and technicians wear gloves. The whole process is on video.
How long does gel last in Da Nang?
2–3 weeks on hands and 4–6 weeks on toes — far longer than regular polish (3–5 days) in salt water, sunscreen and humidity.