Last updated October 19, 2026 · ranked from 2,880 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 9 nail salons in and around Ferndale, MI, led by Ferndale Nail Bar, NAIL & SPA ( E 9 Mile & Hilton rd ) and Nails 4 "U". Together they have 2,880 Google reviews; Buff & Polish Lounge has the highest Google rating on the list at 5.0. Every place on the list is in Ferndale, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
1Ferndale Nail BarFerndale Nail Bar holds a 4.9 Google rating across 1,234 reviews in Downtown Ferndale, listed on Google as nail salon.
2NAIL & SPA ( E 9 Mile & Hilton rd )NAIL & SPA ( E 9 Mile & Hilton rd ) holds a 4.5 Google rating across 629 reviews in East Side, listed on Google as nail salon.
Buff & Polish Lounge holds a 5.0 Google rating across 35 reviews in Downtown Ferndale, listed on Google as nail salon.
Builder gel nails
Personalized nail shaping
Online appointment booking
“Ellie was AMAZING! She did my nails for my wedding and I LOVE them!!! She was very professional and personable! I HIGHLY recommend going to her if you want AMAZING nails!!”
The salon at 801 W Nine Mile Rd offers all-vegan services using 90% cruelty-free products, with specialties including dry manicures, soft gel manicures and Gel-X nails. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 44 reviews is supported by specific praise: clients describe Rocky’s gentle technique, a calm atmosphere and natural nails that stay healthy and retain length. Wednesday hours extend to 8 p.m.
All-vegan services
Hand-painted nail art
Natural nail care
“Rocky is kind, gentle, and artistic. She does a great job in a calm and friendly environment.”
Queen Nails is a nail salon on West Nine Mile Road in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for manicures and pedicures, with cleanliness and friendly service recurring in customer comments. At 161 W Nine Mile Rd, the salon draws both first-time visitors and returning customers, including one who describes coming back for two to three years. One manicure-and-pedicure customer praises Will’s work, while another visitor notes a neat, calm atmosphere.
Hours run from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday through Saturday, with a shorter Sunday schedule of noon to 5 p.m. Walk-ins are accepted, though one visitor reports being turned away because no appointments remained that day, so walk-in service is not guaranteed. Queen Nails welcomes LGBTQ customers and has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking and a restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
“This is a very friendly and CLEAN establishment. I’ve been coming here for the past 2-3 years . I highly recommend for anyone looking to have a wonderful experience!”
Dee Bees Hair & Nail Salon is a nail salon in the West Nine Mile neighborhood of Ferndale, MI, with customer comments that also draw attention to its hair services. At 829 Livernois St, the salon receives praise for hair coloring and finished styles, with Horace singled out by name. One returning customer describes consistently positive experiences and specifically praises his color work; another thanks him for the way their hair was styled. Those comments put hair color and styling alongside the salon’s nail-focused identity.
Appointments are required, so book ahead rather than plan on a walk-in visit. Credit and debit cards are accepted, and a restroom is available. The salon also has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible restroom—practical details for anyone arranging a visit to this Livernois Street address.
“My hair was done up glamorous, thank you Horace.”
D & B Nails Spa is a nail salon on the East Side of Ferndale, MI, known for nail services, freehand designs and a menu that also includes facials and waxing. At 559 E 9 Mile Rd, the salon pairs its treatments with soft background music and complimentary mineral water, coffee and herbal teas. Positive reviews emphasize individual technicians’ care and skill: Lily earns praise for freehand neon nail art and powder eyebrows, while Pam draws appreciation for her nail work. Feedback on the welcome is mixed, with one visitor describing an unfriendly reception.
Hours run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, allowing for evening visits throughout the week. The salon accepts walk-ins but also specifies that appointments are required, so booking ahead is the clearest option. Children are welcome, and the entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments.
“I love coming here just because Pam is great and never cease to make me happy with my nails! She always does a phenomenal job and I am so grateful for her! In my mind she is the best! I’ve had horror stories with other salons, but my exp…”
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How we ranked this list
Each nail salon is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Ferndale category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.