Looking for a nail salon in Ames? Below are 9 nail spas in Ames, IA — compare ratings, call to book, and find your new favorite spot for pedicures, manicures, and more. Providers listed in Ames focus on pedicures & foot spa. Ames sits in Story County, Iowa. Other Iowa cities covered include Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Anamosa.
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We currently track 9 nail salons and pedicure spas serving Ames, IA in Story County.
Rough planning ranges for the Ames area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Classic manicure | $0–$50 |
| Gel manicure | $50–$50 |
| Pedicure or spa pedicure | $50–$100 |
Prices in Ames vary with service and salon; gel, dip, and nail art cost more. A clean, well-reviewed salon is worth a few dollars over the cheapest option.
Many Ames listings also offer manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic sets, and nail art.
In Ames, a classic manicure usually runs $20 to $40, a gel manicure $35 to $60, and a pedicure $35 to $75. Dip, acrylic, and nail art cost more.
Gel typically lasts about two to three weeks and dip powder three to four, versus roughly a week for regular polish. Ask your Ames tech what holds up best for you.
Reputable salons and technicians are state-licensed and either sterilize tools or use single-use ones. Clean stations and fresh files are good signs to look for.
Gel is polish cured under a lamp, dip is a powder system, and acrylic builds length and strength. Each wears differently, so a good tech will recommend one for your nails.
In the Ames area, a basic manicure typically runs $15–$30 and a spa pedicure $30–$60, with gel, dip powder, and acrylic full sets from about $40 to $90+. Prices vary by salon and service — call ahead to confirm.
Many Ames nail spas take walk-ins, but weekends and evenings fill up fast — calling ahead for pedicures, gel sets, or group bookings is your safest bet.
Most spots above offer manicures, spa pedicures, gel and dip powder, acrylics and extensions, nail art, and add-ons like paraffin and massage in the Ames area.
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