Langata Hair and Beauty Salons: Where to Book

Quick answer

For a hair or beauty salon in Langata, Nairobi, start with three mall-based salons listed on Cottlink: The Belle Dema Salon at NHC Mall (hair, nails, skincare and waxing), Orenza Salon, Barbershop & Spa at Skyline Mall (braids, locs, wigs, barbering and kids' cuts) and Salebu at Freedom Heights Mall (fades, nail art and braiding). Call ahead to book.

Langata stretches from Langata Road and the Galleria and Freedom Heights side, past Kibera Drive and NHC, out towards Otiende, Southlands, Ngei and the Kitengela Road side near the national park. Most residents do not want to drive into town for braids, a fade or a pedicure, and the estate's shopping centres now hold several full-service salons. This guide answers the questions people ask about salons in Langata, using only facts that appear on each salon's Cottlink listing. Where a listing does not state hours or prices, we say so instead of guessing.

Which hair and beauty salons in Langata are listed on Cottlink?

Cottlink lists several Langata salons inside shopping centres along Langata Road and Kibera Drive. The best-documented are The Belle Dema Salon at NHC Mall, Orenza at Skyline Mall and Salebu at Freedom Heights Mall, with Pamba Spa at Crossroads Mall and Haven Salon & Nail Bar off Kitengela Road as further options.

The Belle Dema Salon, shop 009, ground floor, NHC Mall Langata, Kibera Drive. Hair styling and hair treatments, skincare, nail care, laser therapy and waxing. The listing shows Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, with Sunday by appointment only, and says card payments are accepted. Call +254 723 398 599. View on Cottlink
Orenza Salon, Barbershop & Spa, Skyline Mall, Langata Road. Styling, braiding, locs, hair treatments, extensions and wigs; a barbershop for haircuts, beard grooming, shaving and children's cuts; and manicures, pedicures and nail polish. Booking is by call or WhatsApp on +254 115 914 292. View on Cottlink
Salebu Beauty Spa & Executive Barbershop, 4th floor, Freedom Heights Mall, off Langata Road. Executive fades, precision beard trims, custom acrylic nails and nail art extensions, intricate braiding and dreadlocks care. Call +254 726 663 634. View on Cottlink
Pamba Spa, first floor, Crossroads Mall, Langata Road. Listed as an executive hair salon serving clients of all ages. Call +254 740 733 036 to confirm the current menu.
Haven Salon & Nail Bar, off Kitengela Road. Hair styling, manicures, pedicures and beauty care. Call +254 722 115 291.

Only The Belle Dema Salon states opening hours on its listing, so call the others before you travel.

Which Langata salon suits my need?

The right Langata salon depends on what you are booking. On Cottlink, Orenza suits families who want adults and children served in one trip, Salebu suits clients after sharp barbering plus nail art, and The Belle Dema Salon suits NHC Mall shoppers who want hair, nails and skincare in one visit.

Families and kids' haircuts: Orenza says men, women and children are served under one roof, and its barbershop cuts children's hair. Pamba Spa lists clients of all ages.
Braids and locs: Orenza lists braiding and locs; Salebu lists intricate braiding and dreadlocks care.
Wigs and extensions: Orenza lists both, together with general hair care.
Executive cuts and beards: Salebu lists executive fades and precision beard trims; Orenza lists haircuts, beard grooming and shaving.
Nails: Salebu lists acrylic nails and nail art; Haven, Orenza and Belle Dema list nail care, manicures or pedicures.
Skin and waxing: The Belle Dema Salon lists skincare, waxing and laser therapy.
Before a big day: Orenza specifically mentions clients preparing for weddings, interviews and celebrations.

Looking for a massage instead? See the Cottlink guide to massage services in Langata.

Where can I get braids or locs done in Langata?

For braids or locs in Langata, Cottlink listings point to Orenza Salon, Barbershop & Spa at Skyline Mall, which lists braiding, locs, extensions and wigs, and Salebu at Freedom Heights Mall, which lists intricate braiding and dreadlocks care. Call either Langata salon and describe the style, length and size you want.

Protective styles take time, so ask how many hours your style will take and whether two stylists can work together to shorten it. Ask whether braiding hair is included or whether you should bring your own, and how the salon prepares your natural hair before installation. For locs, ask whether the stylist does retwists and maintenance as well as new installs, so you can stay with the same person.

What does a salon visit in Langata cost?

None of the Langata salon listings on Cottlink publish prices yet, so ask each salon for its current price list when you call. Prices depend on hair length, braid size, treatment time and products, so compare a written or WhatsApp quote from two Langata salons before booking.

Ask three things when you get a price: how long the service takes, whether products such as braiding hair, wigs or nail sets are included, and whether there is a charge for washing or for removing old braids. A salon that answers clearly on the phone usually runs a clear appointment book too.

How do I book a Langata salon appointment?

To book a Langata salon, call or WhatsApp the number on its Cottlink listing, say the exact service you want and ask for the next free slot. Orenza books by call or WhatsApp, The Belle Dema Salon takes Sunday clients by appointment only, and every listing shows a direct phone number.

Pick two salons from the list above that offer your service.
Call each and confirm the service, the stylist, the time and the price.
Ask for the exact shop or floor, especially in Freedom Heights or Skyline Mall.
Arrive ten minutes early, with hair washed or unwashed as the stylist asked.
Pay by the method agreed. The Belle Dema Salon lists card payments; ask others about M-Pesa.

Frequently asked questions

Are these Langata salons verified by Cottlink?

These listings are Basic profiles and are not marked verified. Treat each one as a strong lead, and confirm the shop number, services and price on the phone before you go.

Which Langata salon is open on Sunday?

The Belle Dema Salon's listing says Sunday visits are by appointment only. Other listings do not state Sunday hours, so call first.

Can children get haircuts at a Langata salon?

Yes. Orenza Salon, Barbershop & Spa at Skyline Mall says its barbershop cuts children's hair, and Pamba Spa lists services for clients of all ages.

Which Langata salons do nails?

Salebu lists acrylic nails and nail art, Haven Salon & Nail Bar lists manicures and pedicures, and Orenza and Belle Dema list nail care.

My salon in Langata is missing. Can I add it?

Yes. Basic listings are free, and existing profiles can be claimed by their owners using the link below.

Own this listing? Claim it. If you run a hair or beauty salon or a barbershop in Langata and your business appears on Cottlink, claim your business here to add your hours, prices and photos. Questions? Email listings@cottlink.com or call 0704625414.