I have had manicures with Nate and Alina and they were both excellent. Mary did some design work for me and she is the sweetest. Whenever I come in I see others getting really beautiful and elaborate nails done. Pedicure was also fantastic, they use high quality products. Everyone I met was friendly, especially the woman who helped me schedule. I like that you can text them pictures of what you want.
Absolutely amazing! Ive been getting acrylics for around 6 years now at many different salons and this one by FAR is the best one Ive ever been to!Walking in all the colors are easily available to look and pick which ones you want and the receptionist was even nice enough to help me find the color i wanted!My nail tech was Nate. He was extremely gentile while moving my hands and filing my nails. Im not kidding when I say there was NO errors when it came to the shape of the nail. Zero corrections had to be made!The music in there was extremely peaceful and they talk to eachother very quietly as to not interrupt the peace of the salon. Honestly felt like a day spa! Place was very clean and had an appointment available when I called in for same day. Found out you can even text to schedule!I got a full set of acrylics with a long length, gel polish, and 4 nails with jewels on them for $100. Definitely worth it for the quality compared to other places Ive been to. Nails are the perfect thickness and are all even. Even for the length they seem extremely strong.Found my new favorite nail salon and tech ❤️
After moving here a couple months ago and having a bad experience at every salon I’ve tried- to say I was skeptical was an understatement. However I went in with an example photo and my expectations were surpassed. The design was hand painted and my tech was so detail oriented and so sweet. I would give them more stars if possible. I will be returning to her now as my go to. Also the girl who ran the front desk was so nice!
I have tried several other salons for pedicures and keep returning to White Lotus. Text scheduling, the staff is friendly and remember me, even the music is nice. Elena is my favorite but have also had others who were good. I also like where it’s located in Ballard though not convenient to my residence anymore, it’s still worth the trip for me.
My friend was getting married, so we had the bridal party get our nails done here in a private room the day before the wedding. I initially called to set up the appointment about 2 months prior. Mary was so kind and helpful throughout the entire process. She answered all of my questions and even sent me texts/ emails with information that I needed. The day of our service, we were kindly greeted and escorted back to the private room right on time for our appointment. Each person had plenty of time to pick their colors and consult with their nail artists. We were all very happy with the quality and artistry and the Bride’s nails looked amazing on her wedding day! A big thank you to Mary and her team for making the process so seamless. I will definitely be back here again and will recommend this place to everyone. It’s a great place to host a little party/ get together!
Very disappointed with the gel manicure I received at White Lotus Ballard last weekend. I went in for a gel mani with design and a pedi. Pedi went fine but my manicurist was rushed and didn’t push back my cuticles or give my nails a proper cleaning. Then when the design came it became clear that she didn’t have any experience with design. I purposefully chose a design off their Instagram beforehand because I knew they should be able to do it. I was wrong. The design needed a powder to give it a color sheen and the manicurist chose the wrong one making my nails chrome. When I pointed out that they were a different color, instead of starting from scratch she buffed it out. She began rushing through. I was skeptical but it was dark in the salon so I let her proceed, she got the right powder and decals and continued. I paid and left. When I walked outside and looked at my nails they were horrendous. My nail beds were still lined with chrome, the decals were super messy with globs of top coat all around my nail. It looked like a failed art project. After spending close to $100 I felt cheated. I went back inside and asked for a refund or a redo. They did a redo, same manicurist. She was really apologetic and honestly very nice. The only reason I give this a 2 vs a 1. After she finished the color, I asked for the powder to add the sheen. She said that it wouldn’t work on my nails because they were too short. I’ve never heard that at any salon. I suspect they didn’t want to waste more product. I asked for another design because they already charged me $15 and I wanted to get my money’s worth. I went for a simple daisy. The manicurist was all for it but I realized again that she didn’t know what she was doing. I wish she would’ve just told me she couldn’t do designs and just refunded me the design fee. After a week my nails look like they’ve already been on for 3 weeks. I’m really disappointed with the end product, the lack of eye for detail, and the lack of communication for what designs were actually available. Needless to say I won’t be returning here.
Went to White Lotus for my first manicure since pre-Covid (February 2020) and used a Groupon for a gel manicure ($25 versus $35). It was overall a nice experience, very clean and aesthetically pleasing salon. My manicure only took about 20 minutes (didnt get anything fancy), which was surprising as I feel it usually takes longer (30-40 mins) at other places. $35 seems a little steep to me, but that may be because I usually request a very basic paint job.
Had my girls nails done and I have never paid more than $60-80 for nails, but the total was $140 took 2 full hours to complete as well. They did a great job and her nails like very clean and well done, but $140 is just waaaaay too much for just nails. No pedicure or other services, just acrylics with some gems...$140 😂😭
I really love this place. I do recommend calling and making an appointment, because you will get the time you deserve to get, and won’t feel rushed. My biggest thing about here is that they are sanitary. Other nail shops in Seattle re-use tools between guests and don’t wash them, or they don’t have liners for the seats— but not here. Each time I get a new, sanitized set. That alone is worth it to me. They also offer you tea or coffee which is a nice perk. Cute, modern, and sanitary. Also they really do a great job.
Less than exciting experience on my first time coming here solo. I’ve come with a friend before who is an established client & they were so kind & detailed & did a wonderful job. This time was rushed & impersonal. The manicurist did not clean up my cuticles, apply any lotion or do anything but grind my nails down, apply the dip powder & then they sent me to a pedicure chair to finish the top coat by someone else. I did not get what I made an appointment for & they brushed me off when I asked to clean up excess powder & staining around my nails saying ‘I guess I could take care of it or you can just wash your hands a few times’ They said that it was my fault for not mentioning the change in service (they did say it was on my appointment & it’s the first time I’ve had the service so I did not know how it was supposed to go) did not apologize or even sympathize just pushed on to charge me and to have a great day. Really unfortunate experience for what was supposed to be a relaxing treat. Disappointed.
Great service and ambience inside. Helen is great!
Love this place. Been going for years. Mai is the best
The lady that did my gel manicure really rushed through it and also cut me while doing so. The encounter was impersonal. Also to note within their brochure a gel manicure and pedicure stated it was 82 dollars but once I checked out it rang up to 87 and I was told they no longer do that deal but how was I suppose to know that if I am looking at the brochure that was in their shop for customers to go off of. Extremely disappointed in my experience.
Amazing experience, very professional and relaxing. I will be coming back in the future.
This place isnt terrible but I definitely wont be back. The salon is beautiful, but my gel manicure felt incredibly rushed even though I made an appointment mid day on a week day and the salon was almost empty. The woman rushed through my polish then rubbed lotion on my hands under 10 seconds without any kind of have massage. I could have overlooked all of that for a good manicure, but my gel had a large chip in it within two days! Maybe this salon would be ok for a pedicure, but definitely not the place to go for any long lasting nails.
Nice staff, easy to communicate. Just not the best nail art
I come all the way from West Seattle to get my dip powder manis (w/ extension tip) at White Lotus. Ive tried other salons on a whim, but have always regretted it and have returned to White Lotus at least 7 times. Staff is professional, ambiance is very good especially compared to other nail salons, and they do consistent, quality work. My nails always last at least 4/5 weeks and seem fairly healthy considering how much I do nails (some salons over-buff but WL doesnt). Ive only had to come back for a touch-up nail once, and they were very accommodating. Sometimes they can seem rushed, but in my experience, quality stays the same. Just make sure to ask for 4 coats of the dip color so that it lasts longer and stays strong! There is one woman who tends to do 3 coats and another who defaults to 4.
Absolutely killed it!! Flawless attention to detail. I’ve never had nails last so long and look so good. I got ombré acrylics. You won’t be disappointed.
Pros:1. Many special gel color options.2. The store environment is great.Cons:1. The lady removed the dead skins around my toe nails so roughly that made three of my toes bleed. Then she just putted some unidentified light blue liquid on my toes to stop the bleeding without saying anything.2. The communication was very inefficient between me and the lady who did my pedicure. She didnt speak English so I couldnt tell her its really hurt when she injured my toes and sprayed some unidentified liquid on the injured area. I think an effective communication is important for beauty services somehow.
This is the second time I have come to White Lotus to get a dip manicure, and each time Nina slays my nails! She is friendly, professional, and does a great job! I recommend White Lotus Salon.
The Bothell location was recommended to me by an acquaintance. I called the Ballard location yesterday and made an appointment for fill. I made the appointment for later this afternoon.When I went to check in, the woman behind the desk told me that the employee that does fills did not come into work today so they couldn’t do my nails.I understand that things happen and I’m sure there was a good reason why the employee wasn’t at work today. However, I feel it was rude and showed a lack of consideration for my time given I wasn’t notified that they couldn’t keep the appointment.Even if they had contacted me an hour in advance before the appointment I would have really appreciated it. The woman behind the desk didn’t offer to reschedule, so I just left.
Its super important that I share my wonderful experience at White Lotus; the day before Christmas eve, no less. I was given a full set by Lee the owner. They were flawless and beautifully done. Then, a week later, I snapped one off and, even though they were super busy, they fixed it and did a great job FREE OF CHARGE. So kind. Thank you guys. I will come back again and again and recommend you to anyone in the area. Great work.
Great manicure
Did a beautiful job on my dad’s toenails, my toenails, and my sister’s acrylics. I will definitely be going back!
Clean, friendly nail salon with private room in back if you have multiple people getting pedicures at the same time.They offer hot tea or water before you get started and gave my mom a senior discount which was unexpected and so nice.Only critique us that every time Ive called to make a reservation, they recorded it incorrectly (not the correct number of people, or services, or time).
I made an appointment a week ahead of time for a dip powder manicure and regular spa pedicure. A girl named Kelly did my pedicure, it was good. Even though I made an appointment, they did my nails as i was getting my pedicure. Its an expensive place, so I was looking forward to relaxing as I got my pedicure. Instead, I was crouched over to one side as a lady named Jan was doing my manicure. Since I was so rushed and not in the correct seating for nails, the nail polish color was put on top of the uncleansed powder so you can see powder particles under the color. On top of that, they left me for my nails to dry and said Ill be back. never came back, and then the guy working the front desk said i was good to go. I had white powder all over my hands and was skin was dry from filing, etc. and I had to literally ask for hand lotion. There was zero relaxation, no hand lotion, hot towel, nothing. and I was incredibly rushed out. I spent $85, $95 with tip for less than 1 hour of service and had to ask someone for hand lotion. I would expect better than that even as a walk-in. Not going back.
My sisters mom brought us both in for a pedicure. We had an appointment at 10 when they opened. We arrived a little early and they let us in. Once we chose our colors the three of us were sat in chairs and they offered hot tea and water. The place was clean, the ladies were very nice and polite, and my toes are now pretty. If I lived in the area I would definitely be a regular. I would recommend them again.
Excellent Service and Excellent Results!White Lotus Salon provides a luxurious experience and I highly recommend it. My girlfriend and I got the full spa treatment. I treated it us to the added massage option and the paraffin wax--all worth it! Very friendly and courteous staff. Very relaxing environment. Well be back.
I made appointment at 11am and they kept me on waiting and they told me sit so I sat down at the table at 11:15. While I was getting my acrylic, they kept switching people and it took time more than it needed. Customer service is just terrible.
I called and left a message to make an appointment and never got called back. And then called a couple times again with no answer. When I dropped in was told they were booked. Would have been nice to save me the trip if they actually answered the phone or returned my message. Unprofessional.
White Lotus is so friendly and nicely maintained. There are two rooms for pedicures, with a room that would be for a group in the back.The front has space for a handful of manicures, though I usually get my mani at the same time as my pedicure.They do regular, shellac, and other services and you can get the metallic powder added as well. They also do dip, but I haven’t had the best experience with the dip manis I’ve gotten there.Parking can be tricky since it’s on the main strip.
Very clean and well maintained space. The staff are extremely friendly and remember you when you walk in. Their work is quality and they have excellent attention to detail. I live in Edmonds, but I will drive to Ballard every time just to have my nails done at White Lotus Salon because I know I will leave feeling well taken care of.
Reasonable prices, no drink with service which was a disappointment. Usually all the nail places gives me comp drinks. Nice people, but the service did feel a bit rushed.
Awesome! Very nice atmosphere. Super friendly kind service. Feet look and feel great.
The best happy hour salon deals in the area. I would recommend coming here after lunch, because you are seated quickly and pampered to perfection. This salon usually has promotional deals that are great opportunities to save on a 5-star manicure
I called and booked a underarm and half leg wax, confirming it again at the end of the call. I showed up on time and they brought me back. The esthetician did an amazing job on my armpits then said she was done. I asked about my legs, and she said she didnt have time. I told her it was what I booked and confirmed it, and she got the manager who said they didnt have time now.I feel like they pulled a bait and switch on me to get me in there to get the money that they could. Its a shame the esthetician was so good (and the only reason for the second star), because I wont return.
Helen is AMAZING with everything she does her nails and ideas are always Beautiful as well as eyebrows. Shes always very welcoming and she always made sure she had time for me. Thank You Helen! -Rheanna
Cute nail spot in Ballard. Lots of colors to choose from and nice clean space. Definitely recommend making an appointment if you plan to go on a weekend.
I took my mom to get pedicures at White Lotus Salon and we had a great time! We did the paraffin dip, it felt amazing and my feet were so soft after! The salon has a great atmosphere and a really cool vibe! We will definitely be going back.
Wow!!! My feet have never felt this great!!! I got the spa pedicure and added on a 10 min leg massage and paraffin!!! The extra 10 min massage was only $10 and the paraffin was only $2, since it was happy hour!!! The staff is super friendly and make you feel right at home!
I have a usual nail place but I came here in hopes of finding a new favorite closer to home. Ive gotten my nails done many times in my life, this is the only time that a nail technician has cut my cuticle, causing bleeding, I actually yelped in pain. This technician showed no gentleness, even after the cut. Now I have a big scab on my cuticle; so whats the point of having a nice pedicure with an active wound! Needless to say, I will not be returning. I will continue going the extra mile(s) to my usual place with the assurance that I will be keeping my blood in my body, where it belongs.
Favorite place in Seattle! Excellent service! I’ve tried other nail salons in the area but they don’t live up to White Lotus.
I made an appointment a week ahead and saw the technician who does the Ombre dip. Ive only been to this salon once before and felt it was good service so I was really looking forward to coming back. The lady had no sense of customer service. She didnt ask what nail shape I wanted and went forward to assume I wanted coffin. She cut all my nails down to the nib even though I asked her not to, she got very annoyed and kept cutting each nail down. I requested for her not to use the drill at which point she stops, looks me in the eye, and told me not to tell her how to do her job. I then explained that the drill makes my nails weaker but she showed no concern of my nail health and just told me this is how she learned to do it in school. I felt very afraid of speaking the entire appointment and it was anything but relaxing. She seemed very on edge because even when my boyfriend came to speak to me she interjected our conversation because she assumed we were talking about her...we were not. She cracked my finger when she was pulling my finger in an unusual position and it genuinely hurt as I yelped in pain, she never apologized. I came in for a manicure and pedicure but left only with my manicure because I felt too uncomfortable. Then I get charged an arm and a leg for just an awful experience. There are many better places out there in Seattle, and you guys really should train your employees respect and customer service.
Pretty nail salon with exposed brick. The manicurists were nice and did a great job. It gets busy on Saturday mornings, so I suggest making an appointment.
Try to make an appointment before coming in as they tend to fill up! They do a great job and offer all services.
Best set of acrilic nails I have ever gotten. Lovely people grate prices and excellent service.
Service itself was excellent. However I had made an appointment, which wasnt written down correctly, which resulted in some confusion at the time of the service. Ill still be back as I was so pleased with the results.
Not only do I get amazing service, from George at the front desk to Helen (incredible nails) to all the gals who do pedis but I’ve never been disappointed!
White Lotus is my go-to nail salon in Seattle. All of the employees are super sweet and do excellent work! Great atmosphere inside, I look forward to coming in each time.
Went here for the first time and was so impressed with the service and quality! My mani/pedi was so quick and loved that they did a shoulder and neck massage to go with it. Plus if you check in on Yelp you can get 10% off which is always great.
Van did a beautiful job on my acrylic fill! Very happy with the service and results. I definitely recommend White Lotus salon.
Everyone is so nice and they do amazing nail art💛 i love it there
Very clean, quality Mani / pedi, would definitely go back. Reasonable prices.
Very nice salon and great customer service. Best set of nails Ive ever had.
A fantastic atmosphere, quiet and peaceful. Very relaxing and refreshing. Best foot and leg massage Ive had at a Seattle salon.
My daughter treated me to a full body masssage for my birthday! The atmosphere and the staff were almost as wonderful as my daughter.
Friendly staff, quick service. Manicure accomplished.
The owner of this salon did my nails frequently when she worked in Spokane. Incredible talent! Definitely an artist on nails!
The best place for getting a manicure, pedicure and foot and shoulder massage. Lovely practioners, peaceful, immaculate clean and so relaxing.
Too expensive. Quoted me at one price but charged another
Great service, this is the only place that exfoliates my legs without causing me discomfort and the pedi mani combo is a steal!
Love this place. Great service, very clean. Prices reasonable.
Clean and good service
I called an hour ahead on a Tuesday and got in with no problem. I got a shellac mani and regular pedi and both turned out great. The women who helped me were very nice, although if you are looking for conversation, this is not the place for it. I had a very relaxing 40 minutes in their care and a very nice mani pedi to show for it. Worth the extra money (you can definitely find a cheaper place, but I didnt want to take the chance). They are very clean with everything going through an autoclave and new plastic on the tub every time.
Wonderful salon, awesome ladies. Will definitely be back!
My favorite salon. They take pride in their work, are kind, and are accommodating.
Great place to get your nails done.
Great atmosphere and great job on the nails. Reasonable prices, too.
Formerly Hoa Salon. Same wonderful staff so same perfect work. It is not cheap but my pedicures dont chip for months. Make an appointment, they are often too busy for walk-ins.
I got beautiful eyelash exstansions :)
Love my manicure.
Loved the service and my nails! Shellac nails only lasted 4 days before chipping though.
Excellent service, Phoebe is great, good colors, massage chair great!
Great service with complimentary tea!
Love getting pedicures here!
Help keeping me beautiful!!
Beautiful salon and very talented techs!!
Was not pleased on my last visit. The quality and wait time has lapsed. So sad.
Helen and the staff are amazing here!
Best nail shop in Ballard!
My friend and I found White Lotus and were excited to try this nail salon for the first time. The decor was lovely and the atmosphere seemed perfect for a Saturday afternoon girls outing. Unfortunately the decor and music were all this salon and staff had to offer us. My nails were cut jaggedly. The gel color I chose was not the color painted but no one cared until the very end, when they found the color and preceded to paint several layers of color over the gel polish they had just finished. So I ended up with 7 layers of gel polish on my hands and crooked nails.My friend asked for a basic pedicure, nothing special. What she got instead was a foot soak and nail color. My friend noticed they didnt make any effort to remove calluses/scrub her feet, and made an inquiry as to why. That nail tech moved on to provide a service for another client while a different tech begrudgingly came to remedy the callus issue. The tech used a chemical callus remover and the metal foot file this time but didnt rinse the chemical adequately. Instead of offering to rinse her feet again they showed my friend a bathroom where she could do it herself.My friend (as to not influence other clients experiences) quietly expressed her discontent to the manager at the time of payment. Her amicable comments were met with a quick oh, sorry and a request for my payment info.Once we realized nothing would be done, not even a heartfelt apology, we submitted or payments complete with tips and left.Needless to say we will not be revisiting this salon for a less than mediocre experience.What a waste of time!
Best pedi / mani!