Connecticut Shoreline · Nail Salon
Nail Salon in Branford, CT — Manicures, Pedicures & More
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Branford River Spa isn't a chain nail shop — it's a full spa with a private candlelit nail room dedicated to manicures, pedicures, and ionic foot detox. No noisy salon floor, no overbooked techs, no rushed polish jobs. Just one of Connecticut's most experienced nail technicians, hospital-grade sanitization between every guest, and treatments designed to feel as restorative as a massage. Locals book us for everything from a quick polish change to deluxe hot-stone pedicures, couples mani/pedi date nights, and ionic foot baths that pair beautifully with massage or facial bookings.
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Branford River Spa, 249 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 · Mon–Thu 9:30am–7:00pm, Fri–Sat 9:00am–6:00pm, closed Sunday.
Manicure & pedicure pricing in Branford
- Polish Change — Hands — 15 min · $15
- Polish Change — Feet — 15 min · $18
- Basic Manicure — 25 min · $30
- Deluxe Manicure with Hot Stones — 30 min · $35
- Ionic Foot Detox Bath — 30 min · $35 Wellness add-on
- Shellac Gel Manicure — 45 min · $45 Two-week wear
- Basic Essentials Pedicure — 45 min · $49
- Deluxe Piña Pedicure with Hot Stones — 60 min · $55 Most booked
- Spa Pedicure with Hot Stones & Paraffin — 60 min · $65
- Side-by-Side Pedicures (two guests) — 60 min · $150 Couples / mother-daughter
Every service happens in our dedicated private nail room — not an open salon floor. Add paraffin, hot stones or reflexology at checkout.
A private nail room, not a salon floor
Nail services at Branford River Spa happen in a dedicated treatment room with its own door — no rows of chairs, no drying fans, no television. Implements are hospital-grade sterilized between every guest, pedicure basins use disposable liners, and the room is booked to one party at a time so a mother-daughter or couples pedicure stays private.
That also means nails can be layered into a spa day: book a pedicure while your partner is on the massage table, or finish a facial with a shellac manicure in the same visit.
Ionic foot detox and hot-stone pedicures
Two treatments guests rarely find elsewhere on the shoreline: the 30-minute ionic foot detox bath, and hot-stone pedicures where warm basalt is worked up the calf before paraffin. Both are bookable on their own or added to any pedicure at checkout, and both extend the appointment automatically so nothing is rushed.
Why guests choose Branford River Spa
Deluxe Manicures
Soak, shape, cuticle care, exfoliating scrub, hot-stone hand massage, and your choice of polish or gel — finished with hydrating oils. Far beyond a quick file-and-paint.
Hot-Stone Pedicures
Warm river-stone foot massage, sea-salt exfoliation, and a deep callus-smoothing treatment in a heated massage chair. Our most-rebooked nail service.
Hospital-Grade Sanitization
Single-use files and buffers, hospital-grade implement sterilization between every guest, fresh liners in every pedicure bowl. No corner-cutting.
Ionic Foot Detox
Pull toxins out through the soles of your feet with our ionic foot detox bath — a 30-minute reset that pairs perfectly with massage or sauna.
Couples Mani/Pedi
Side-by-side nail service for date nights, bridal parties, mother-daughter days, and best-friend hangs. Add roses + champagne for the full experience.
Online Booking, On Time
Real-time availability, no phone tag, no waiting rooms. Show up to a private candlelit nail room with your technician already prepped.
Frequently asked questions
Are you a nail salon or a spa?
Both — we're a full-service day spa with a dedicated private nail room. That means you get the focus, sanitation, and ambiance of a high-end spa instead of the noise and rotation of a strip-mall nail bar. Book just nails, or pair a manicure or pedicure with a massage, facial, or sauna for a true spa day.
Where is the best nail salon in Branford, CT?
Branford River Spa is located at 249 East Main Street in Branford — easy I-95 access, free on-site parking, and walking distance to the Branford Green. We serve clients from Branford, Guilford, Madison, East Haven, North Branford, New Haven, Clinton, and the broader CT shoreline.
Do you offer gel manicures and gel removal?
Yes — classic polish, long-wear gel, and gentle gel removal are all on the menu. We never drill or rip gel off; soaking is included with every gel-removal booking to protect your natural nail.
How much does a manicure or pedicure cost in Branford?
Tap 'Book your nail appointment' above to see live pricing. Pricing ranges from quick polish changes through deluxe hot-stone pedicures and couples packages — you'll see every option with current pricing on the booking page.
Can two people book a mani/pedi together?
Absolutely — we run side-by-side appointments in our nail room for date nights, bridal parties, mother-daughter outings, and friend groups. For groups of 3+ choose the Spa Party flow on the booking page for the smoothest scheduling.
Do you do nail extensions, acrylics, or dip powder?
Our focus is natural-nail health: classic manicures, gel manicures, gel removal, hot-stone pedicures, paraffin add-ons, and ionic foot detox. We do not currently offer acrylic, dip, or extensions — if those are what you need, we'll happily recommend a great local shop.
How early should I arrive?
Show up 10 minutes early to relax in our candlelit lounge with herbal tea. Late arrivals shorten the appointment because we keep every guest on a private room schedule — please call 203-488-5902 if you're running behind.
Can I pair nails with a massage or facial?
Yes — that's our most popular booking. Stack a manicure or pedicure with a massage, facial, infrared sauna, or wellness pod and we'll sequence them through the same private rooms for an uninterrupted spa day.
Related treatments
- Full Nail Menu — Every manicure, pedicure, polish change, and add-on with live pricing.
- Couples Massage in CT — Pair your couples mani/pedi with a side-by-side massage for the full date night.
- Best Spa in CT — Why Branford River Spa keeps winning best-of-shoreline reader polls.
- Spa Near Guilford CT — 10 minutes from Guilford — closest full-service nail room on the shoreline.
- Spa Near Madison CT — 15 minutes from Madison — book nails alone or stack with massage.
- Spa Party Bookings — Bridal parties, birthdays, girls' nights — split-pay mani/pedi parties of 3–4.