Hoa Salon

I asked for stiletto (pointed, acrylic) and got oval with a slightly narrower tip. No matter how many times I’d say «pointier» she would just make them slightly less rounded. Went back a few months later for the nail tech to do a take-​off and new nails. This time she made them so thin and fragile four of the nails cracked after a week. I went to a nail salon randomly in Lynnwood near my job to have the cracks fixed and she made them thin, flat, strong and super pointy like stilettos should be the first time I saw her. Won’t be back to Hoa.

I went to Hoa for the first time yesterday. I’m a fan. The place is clean, the staff is nice, and accommodating to walk ins. I was in and out in about an hour which felt like the right amount of time for a shellac mani and spa pedi. Plus I got a lot more massage than I bargained for (which was delightful).

I’ve worked for 5 yrs at a 5-​star salon and spa so I feel like I notice certain things that your average goer wouldn’t. Actually, i think anyone would notice. Where do i begin… When i first got to the salon, the place does look a bit run down, like it was the «it» place at one time and I could smell something that i believe was coming from the bathroom? The front desk gal was very nice and did greet us. My cousin booked the spa room for our party and there was probably 10 of us. We were very grateful that we were allowed to bring some drinks and wine. That part really was wonderful. :) Now, the spa party room is a bit small and got crowded quick, and there isn’t enough seats for half the party to sit and wait while the other half is getting their services done first. When one of our member was done with her pedi, she got up from the massage chairs to walk over to another area for her nails… I couldn’t help but notice that you had to be very careful not to accidentally bump into someone painting nails.
Again, the receptionist was very nice and went around the room to see what everybody wanted to get and she passed the word to the nail technicians (there seemed to be a bit of a language barrier). She came by TWICE and i told her what i wanted. Anyway, long story short. My nail technician apparently didn’t get the memo, even after i told her the very very first time i met her, what i wanted. She thought i wanted my finger nails pink and my toe nails white (was supposed to be gel french tip). She swear I didn’t tell her, but i’m pretty sure i did. I didn’t’ want to argue with her further so I just thanked her for what she’s done so far. A member of our party got french tips, but hers were white tips glued on and gel’ed over and another member had french tips as well, but gel only. I’m still a little annoyed that i didn’t get the french tips that i wanted and still cannot figure out what happened… A member wanted a small nail design with a ‘swirl’ or ‘flower’ and her technician said they didn’t do that… (even though it’s clearly stated on their menu). She’s not requesting an airbrush design, just use a toothpick and make a flower type of design.
I paid for a gel «SPA» pedi and gel mani, when really the service that i actually got was a regular gel mani and gel pedi. I didn’t quite get the spa part of the pedi. No callus scrub, no hot towels for calves, no massage. My technician did try to give me a back massage, but really it was a bit awkward and didn’t feel that great. Just some karate chop movements… But kudos for trying. ^_​^. Perhaps that was the «spa» to my pedicure that I was charged for. Looking over my nails, the quality of work is OK, but for the price i paid, i expected much better quality. (see picture). I’m not sure if there was too much going on that there was a miscommunication with some technicians or if there are new technicians. I also wanna add, thought i’m not a huge germophobe, i do fear getting infections. I would suggest this salon start using liners for their foot soaking tubs. Massage chairs were broken, didn’t «massage». Maybe that’s why i got the karate chops. haha… regardless of all this, my group and us had a really good time together. We just felt like we didn’t get the quality service that we paid for… I didn’t get exactly what i asked for, but i still tipped my nail tech because she still did provide a service to me. Btw, they don’t give you the break down in pricing or receipt. So you should ask. I wanted to put in my email for a receipt but the receptionist tapped on the skip button before i could request. Great place if you just want your basic mani and pedi. For larger groups, or for mani/​pedis on the «spa» side, mediocre ‘massages’ on the legs (according to some members in my group) – your experience might not be what it should be, expecially for these prices.

I’ve been going here for years, and while I love the prices the quality is starting to bug me. I don’t know what else to say: the nail polish has been clumpy a few times and my cuticles haven’t been cut very well or fully shaped.

I have been going to this nail salon for the past 2 years and it’s never disappointed me!!! This salon is one of the best salon that I have ever been to. The best customer service. Everyone here makes you feel like home AND they are very professional! Especially, Anna or Anh! She always knows what I want. She pays attention on details on my manicure and pedicure. She also follows all the new trend of nail polishes so she can give me good advice on what color would look good on my nails! My nails always look AMAZING!!!
ALSO, easy to park and they accept debit, credit and cash!!!
What are you waiting for? This is the place I would recommend to everyone and of course, this would be a place that I’ll go for the new following YEARS!

This is not my normal nail salon & I went here on Saturday with my friend who says she thinks this is the best nail salon in Seattle. (She obviously has not tried my nail salon!)
HOA does not feel clean & sanitary. The tools were on the station when I arrived. Who knows if they had been cleaned or where they had been prior.
I got a shellac manicure & it is already bubbled & peeling! It’s suppose to last 2weeks! (It’s 2 days later!) I have now made an appointment else where to fix this problem! I did contemplate going back to have them did it because why should I pay for two manicures, but why go back if they couldn’t do it right the first time?!
And on top of the horrible job they did & wondering if I will end up with some horrific infection from the tools — the workers were making & eating food which made the whole place smell awful. Eating at the front desk is so unprofessional! (And I use to be a salon coordinator/​manager — so I know a thing or two about from desk etiquette)
But will all of those negatives & the fact I will never go back… They have a great color selection if you choose to subject yourself to chances of infection & a salon that smells of whatever the employees may be choking down on!

if you have a friend with you and want to be assured to be taken right away and in a nicer atmosphere than most nail salons then it is a good choice. But if you want your nails done well and to be able to communicate (language) with the person doing it, I would not go again. and its more expensive as well.

Great service for a mani pedi! Really took care of customers. I will go back here again.

We had an large group (20) and I was worried about finding a place that would be able to accommodate us all. Hoa was the second place that I contacted, the first salon just kept repeating «No» to me no matter what alternatives I offered up. Hoa on the other hand stated right away that they could help make this work for and and even close down the salon for us, and no deposit required! We had the entire front two rooms of the salon all to ourselves and they even chilled our wine for us. They run a smooth operation with extremely friendly customer service. It was very refreshing!
Thanks for helping us make this day fun, relaxing and enjoyable. It was a great way to welcome our new sister-​in-​law, her family and her friends.
We also went to a great French bisto right across the street that was amazing as well.

I’m kind of obsessed with this place!
Having recently moved from Chicago, I searched high and low for a salon that I could fall in love with. Hoa on Madison is that place for me! They have pretty much every OPI color you can imagine and they’re organized by shade. They work quickly but don’t make you feel rushed. The staff is professional and friendly and they do a great job. Seriously, a great place to get pampered.
Added bonus: punch cards — buy 10 manis/​10 pedis get 1 free: D

When I walked in I was greeted warmly by the receptionist and then got me in right away for my pedicure. When I went to put my feet in the water I got scalded by how hot it was but the woman giving me my pedicure quickly altered the temperature for me. Everything else was going fine until she started the leg massage which was terrible. It felt like it was the first time she had ever given a massage and had no idea what a comforting human touch was supposed to feel like. I very much look forward to getting a nice foot massage while at a pedicure and I tip well for this service, but this actually got annoyingly painful. And she barely ever rubbed my feet. All of this while staring off into space. Now, I get it, sometimes our jobs are annoying and the last place we want to be, but come on! Anyhoo! I wish I had gotten her name because if I go here again I will request NOT to have her!

Cute place, and the staff were professional and friendly. I have been there a few times already and my friends seem to enjoy it. However, the last time I went, the chair massagers didn’t work, the design /​decals I requested were simple, but ended up looking odd and asymmetrical, and then I was charged a lot more than I had in the past. We were in a hurry to leave, so I’m not sure what happened price-​wise, but will definitely clarify price before going in again.

I needed a Brazilian done for my Caribbean trip that is coming up. I’m getting into shape and everything. A new set of nails and a nice waxing would balance everything out.
I go in and the atmosphere was nice and my appointment was kept. That wax was so hot. I felt a burnt after it all happened.
Maybe it wasn’t as bad as i remembered but now it is all smooth down there. I will go back but next time i’ll ask to turn the heat down.

I got a Brazilian with a fantastic woman named Long. She was so sweet, very comforting and did a fantastic job on my wax. I’ve never been inclined to write a review before but she was quick (20 min) meticulous, and it didn’t hurt too much! Love it and plan on coming back to her!

The staff always remembers us and are very friendly.
I had my daughter birthday party here and take my daughter here every other month on fridays when school is in session.
Very reasonable prices and awesome staff!!!

A ladies day trip was in need, and Hoa Salon was the one salon who captured our interest as far as selecting a spot. Apparently, other salons in the area aren’t too friendly.
We were looking for a spot that accepted outside beverages *ahem*, and they accepted!
The 5 of us staggered in, a little late for our appointment due to the drive, and the staff didn’t once show any annoyance. They had a secluded room waiting for us, with 5 pedicure stations and one manicure station available.
Once we chose our colors — from a plethora of collections — we were taken to the back room and the relaxation began!
This had to have been the most proactive & attentive salon staff I’ve come across, and I was expecting a pretty hefty bill because of the service alone… my manicure and pedicure came to a «whopping» total of $ 42. Of course I tipped pretty well since they were on it! All that was missing was some music to break the silence while we were enveloping ourselves in the experience.

I decided to go to Hoa when I was time pressed to get my nails done and my usual nail place is all the way in Wallingford. This place is a few miles away from my house.
I was pleasantly surprised on how wonderful this place is. I have a friend & fellow Unilocaler who raves about Hoa on Roosevelt, but now I see why she’s always raving about this place.
The techs are so precise and their service is impeccable. AND are you worried about your tools and how many feet and nails its been used to clean?
Well– everything is sterilized and placed in a sterilized pouch to ensure the cleanliness and your safety! That is very key as many people are prone to infectious bacteria from other people’s fungi. (Cringing, yet?)
Cringe no longer and go to Hoa.
This place was a little more pricey than my normal nail place, but for the peace of mind knowing its clean and sanitary, I’ll pay the extra couple bucks.

They give an extremely long leg/​foot massage during your pedicure… that alone earns Hoa Salon 5 stars!
It doesn’t hurt that they are clean, easy to park at, and they take reservations and credit cards. The staff here are always professional (they won’t be gabbing with each other in a foreign language the whole time they are doing your nails) and friendly. They also offer a wide selection of colours as well as Shellac (the special polish that won’t chip for 2 weeks).
Come to Hoa! You will not be disappointed.

I’ve had my hands and tootsies done here a few times.
For me, I agree that it’s very nice and the difference in price ($ 25 downtown at my favorite place, $ 42 here) for a mani pedi is clearly in atmosphere.
But again, for me, the atmosphere isn’t $ 18 nicer. For some folks who wish for a bit more upscale experience than those other shops, some of which are clearly closer in price, I’d say absolutely, go there.
It’s a great place for a meet up, you can chat and have your services done, and you won’t feel overwhelmed by the TV or lots of loud side conversations by the staff.
But, I sometimes measure things in cocktails, that’s 2 decent drinks. So it’s not my go-​to place, but if I want to take someone like my boss or someone I know who’s a bit more ‘posh’ than I, this is a good alternative to a spendier place that won’t be any better in atmosphere or service.

I came back here on a whim one weekend afternoon because my «go to shop» was all booked up!
I’m glad I had the opportunity to have another experience at Hoa. Despite the bustling inside, I was quickly greeted and taken back to another hidden area of this old quaint house… viola… a whole private room equipped with a few more pedi chairs with a private bath! How fun, hmmmm… a great private spot to have a party with your friends =D
The hostess or receptionist greeted me kindly, offered me a beverage, and checked in one me during my session. Really felt like a hostess more than a receptionist. I like that kind of service!
A plus, 15% off of my service due to the Asian Lunar New Year special!