Nelly's II Hair & Nail Salon

I have gone to Nelly's at least ten times over the last 3-4 years. She is an amazing and kind woman, who is always a pleasure to deal with. The staff is accommodating and patient, with none of the high end-salon attitude. (Even though its high-end service in an upscale area.) Great location, except for parking access, near major train lines and businesses, and excellent service. I highly recommend Nelly's salon to everyone I know in NYC.
*One of Nelly's employees - Pilar, does great work!

Pros: Great service, good prices, NO attitude.

Cons: No weekend hours.

Posted 04/15/09

I have been going to Nelly's since 2002. I had a regular salon in the WTC, but after 9/11 had to find another salon. I worked across the street from Nelly's and went in for a haircut, and loved it. The atmosphere is very friendly. I now go for cut and color and would not go anywhere else. I now work out on Long Island, and still only go to Nelly's in Manhattan. Anyone who is in the Financial District or in Battery Park should certainly make Nelly's their salon.

Pros: Atmoshpere, price

Posted 01/02/09

I have found it difficult to find a place that consistently gets my haircut the way that I like it, that was until I found Nellys. After some misadventures with other area stylists I tried Nellys on chance and havent looked back for over 2 years. I always leave happy and the price is exactly right; I don?t have a lot of hair so for me to pay more than $20 for a haircut is excessive. I have recommended other gentlemen coworkers to Nellys and everyone has left happy. I wholeheartedly recommend this salon.

Pros: Great prices, good availability

Posted 12/28/08

I went to Nelly's Salon on the recommendation of a friend who had finally found a salon where she felt welcomed and satisfied. I had a great experience. I'm not exactly the fussy type who walks in with an exact image of each haircut, but I do want my hair style to look good. Usually I hate the arrogant attitudes of downtown salons. My stylist was patient and helpful, and considerate of my "paranoia" about losing to many inches, and even suggested a razor cut on my ends, which I loved! I've been to Nelly's twice, and I really don't see myself going anywhere else for awhile. The cut was affordable, and Nelly herself was delightful. The water street location was perfect for me after work, and the salon was nicely appointed. Would definitely recommend to others.

Pros: Skill of stylist, polite, and nice atmosphere

Cons: Maybe later hours??? (Closes at 6 I think)

Posted 12/09/08

I have been going to Nelly's for years and have had always had a great experience there! They have done a great job cutting my curly hair and helping me choose a style that will allow me to alternate between wearing my hair straight or curly. Curly hair girls know this is not a small feat! They also do an excellent job with blow-outs and I have never had to worry about painful tugging or frizzed out hair!
I have had highlights done several times and have always been pleased with how attentive staff have been to ensure that my color is just right or that they are using the proper product for my hair type.

I have also always had a good experience with their manis and pedis (have no idea what a reviewer meant about bad facilities!). I have brought various co-workers with me for an after -work mani and have never heard any complaints. In fact, many of them have become clients over the years! Overall, it's a great little salon run by kind, accommodating and professional staff!

Pros: accommodating staff, great results

Posted 12/08/08

Peter does a fantastic blowout taking my hair from frizzy and weird to straight and gorgeous in a flash. I live and work in the neighborhood and count on him to keep me looking professional (when you work at home it's easy to fall into the pony tail and sweats thing). I have confidence that Peter will have me arriving at meetings looking -- and after a friendly conversation -- feeling great. He also is extremely good natured about last minute appointments and does his best to oblige.

Pros: Peter!

Cons: It's a walk-up building so be prepared.

Posted 03/17/08

I wouldn't recommend it. I went in for a simple haircut.....1/4 inch off a REALLY basic shorter style and came out looking like I had my haircut with a lawnmover....a choppy, uneven, short MESS!!! Stay Away! It will take me atleast two months to grow it back to where it was in order to just even back up! Will have to wear a bag over my head 'til the holidays...

How these people even got their haircutting certifications is a mystery!

Pros: no wait and inexpensive.

Cons: unfortunately.....you get what you pay for.

Posted 10/23/07

To be fair the girl who did my nails did a very nice job and the price was reasonable...$19. However, the facilities were awful! The chair wasn't a massage chair and basin looked like a really tiny sink. There weren't any jets and it could barely fit both of your feet in at one time. I wouldn't go back.

Pros: Nail tech

Cons: Facilities

Posted 08/24/06