Aqua Salon

After moving to LA last year and going through the dreaded hair dresser search, I found this incredibly warm and inviting place with an ocean view. The staff is so friendly, and in a very genuine way, not like some of the salons in the area that make you feel like you should be grateful they're taking you as a client. I always feel so relaxed when I'm there, and it's no wonder with the calming ocean decor and the warm breeze coming in from the deck. Sara has done my hair every time I've been there, and I really like her ability to understand exactly what I want and add her own style, especially with my color. The facial I had there was also really nice, with a longer than usual head & neck massage. This place is the way to go if you're anywhere near the west side. Parking can be an issue, but I recommend finding an unmetered spot up in the residential area, the walk is a nice one and you won't need to feed the meter. Pros: Service, Atmosphere, Availabiity Cons: None really more

Aqua Salon is just heaven. Where else can you get a haircut and color, a chair massage, buy makeup all while overlooking beautiful Manhattan Beach? The staff is just great and incredibly talented. Kathy the owner, is one of the best hair cutters you can find in So. California and the other stylist are wonderful. You don't get stuck waiting because they all chip in when needed. The space is so pretty and has just a great vibe. And, you can even have lunch on the balcony while your waiting for your color to finish! They really pay attention to the small details at this salon which make your experience all positive. Pros: talented staff, great service and beautiful space Cons: make sure you feed your meter more

I loved the vibe I got from this salon!! They are an upscale, exclusive salon without the high-end attitude. I live at the beach because I love the lifestyle and I don't want to put on a pretense to get my hair styled! Everyone was warm, worked as a team and therefore I felt comfortable and relaxed. more

The inviting decor of Aqua Salon is right out of ""Spa"" magazine. You feel so relaxed when they hand you a beverage, while listening to the latest tunes on the stereo. Everyone is warm and friendly, ready to give you a stylish cut and color. The best thing is their above street level location. No embarrassing moments when a hot surfer dude looks in the window when you hair is in foils! Yikes! Take it from me girlfriend, you will look hot and be ready to party downtown Manhattan Beach after you are coiffed at Aqua Salon. Pros: Great Staff, location and ocean views Cons: You will look hot, beware of land sharks! more

The minute I walked into this salon I felt like I was visiting old friends. The staff greeted me with a smile and made sure I had something to drink/my meter had enough coin. The owner gave me a cut and color after a thorough consultation. I feel that she really listened to what I had in mind and mixed in her expertise as well. She told me she trained in Beverly Hills for years and it shows!! Overall this salon felt like being at someone's beach house because the vibe is really mellow and the views of the beach are amazing! Pros: chill vibe, extremely friendly staff Cons: parking more