Quick answer: Nhat Tam can arrange English support when it is requested during online booking. Visitors can review service prices, compare common Hanoi salon questions and choose the Hanoi branch before confirming a time. Walk-in English support is not guaranteed, so place the request in advance.
If you are settling in Hanoi rather than making a short visit, a first-month salon checklist for female expats helps you keep appointment records and evaluate the result after your own wash.
Plan an English-supported salon visit
- English visitor guide hub
- Hair salon prices in Hanoi
- What first-time visitors should expect
- Hair colour guide for international visitors
- Book the Hanoi branch in English
Looking for an English speaking hair salon in Hanoi? Nhat Tam can schedule English support when it is requested during booking. The salon publishes prices in VND with approximate USD planning figures, shows real salon work and states its adjustment terms. English support is not guaranteed for every walk-in, so request it before you arrive.
If you are comparing several salons, use our evidence-led guide to choosing the best hair salon in Hanoi for your needs. If you are based around Hoan Kiem, the Old Quarter route and booking guide explains how to get here and when to come.
This guide answers the questions foreigners ask us most: how much a haircut costs, where the Hanoi salon is, how to book without speaking Vietnamese, what happens during the appointment, and what protection you get if the result is not what you wanted.
Is There an English Speaking Hair Salon in Hanoi?
If you would rather arrive with the wording ready, our page on the Vietnamese phrases to show at a Hanoi salon lists the ten that prevent most misunderstandings.
Nhat Tam can arrange English support on request. Choose your appointment in the English booking app and request language support before arrival. It is not guaranteed for every walk-in.
Our approach is practical rather than perfect. English support can be requested for practical details such as length, layers, tone, timing and price. For longer technical conversations the team uses photos and translation on the phone.
- English support: available on request when you book through the English appointment form
- Transparent pricing: every service shown in VND with a USD equivalent
- Written warranty: 30 to 90 days depending on the service, which is rare in Vietnam
- International grade products: L’Oreal Pro, MQG Vietnam, Kerastase
- Free consultation: we check hair porosity before any chemical treatment
- Clean private facilities: air conditioning, WiFi, purified water, tea
If you are nervous about the language gap, send your inspiration photos first. A photo removes almost all the risk of a misunderstanding.
How Much Does a Haircut Cost in Hanoi for Foreigners?
A women’s designer haircut at Nhat Tam is 150K VND, roughly 6 USD. A men’s haircut is 100K VND, roughly 4 USD. Those are the same prices Vietnamese customers pay, with no tourist markup.
The exchange rate used on this page is 1 USD to about 25,000 VND. Rates move, so treat the USD column as a guide rather than a fixed figure.
- Designer haircut (women): 150K VND, about $6 USD
- Men’s haircut: 100K VND, about $4 USD
- Full colour combo: 480K to 780K VND, about $19 to $31 USD
- VIP combo: 900K to 1.32M VND, about $36 to $52 USD
- Balayage: 2.28M to 3.12M VND, about $90 to $124 USD
- Keratin: 900K to 1.35M VND, about $36 to $54 USD
- Japanese straightening: 1.5M to 2.5M VND, about $60 to $100 USD
Monthly promotion: booking ahead through the English appointment form (30% off) plus checking in at the salon (10% off) gives up to 40% OFF. The full list is on our salon price list page.
Salon Price Comparison: Hanoi vs Western Cities
Foreign customers usually ask the same thing before booking: is this cheap because the quality is low? The short answer is no. Labour cost in Vietnam is simply far lower, while the products on the shelf are the same international brands.
The table below compares our published Hanoi prices against what the same service typically costs in a mid range Western salon. Use it to plan your budget, not as an exact quote.
| Service | Nhat Tam Hanoi (VND) | Nhat Tam Hanoi (USD) | Time needed | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s designer haircut | 150K | about $6 | 45 minutes | 30 day adjustment |
| Men’s haircut | 100K | about $4 | 45 minutes | 30 day adjustment |
| Full colour combo | 480K to 780K | about $19 to $31 | 2 to 4 hours | 30 day adjustment |
| Balayage or ombre | 2.28M to 3.12M | about $90 to $124 | 4 to 5 hours | 30 day adjustment |
| Keratin treatment | 900K to 1.35M | about $36 to $54 | 2.5 to 3 hours | 90 days |
| Japanese straightening | 1.5M to 2.5M | about $60 to $100 | 3 hours or more | 30 to 90 days |
Notice the warranty column. It is the part most visitors overlook, and it is the reason a written policy matters more than a low headline price.
Popular Services for Foreign Customers
1. Designer Haircut (about $6 USD)
Korean inspired cutting techniques suitable for all hair types. Includes wash, cut, blow dry and styling. This is the service most expats book monthly.
2. Balayage and Ombre (about $90 to $124 USD)
Free hand hair painting that creates natural sun kissed highlights. Popular among long term expats. Includes pre treatment, colour, gloss and post care. See our salon standard balayage process for the full step by step.
3. Keratin Treatment (about $36 to $108 USD)
A deep protein treatment for dry, damaged hair. It suits hair that has been exposed to sun, salt water and chlorine during long travel. A 90 day warranty is included. Learn more about our hair restoration services.
4. Japanese Style Straightening (about $60 to $100 USD)
Please tell the salon about allergies, sensitivities, pregnancy or nursing before booking. Ask to see the exact product label and confirm suitability during the consultation before any chemical service begins.
Looking for a Japanese Hair Salon in Hanoi?
“Japanese hair salon” is one of the most common English searches we see from people already in Hanoi, and it usually means one of two different things. Knowing which one you mean will save you a wasted trip.
If you mean a salon owned and staffed by Japanese hairdressers: that is not us. Nhat Tam is a Vietnamese salon, and our team works with you in English, not Japanese. If Japanese language service is the part you cannot compromise on, look for a Japanese owned salon instead. We would rather tell you now than after you arrive.
Please tell the salon about allergies, sensitivities, pregnancy or nursing before booking. Ask to see the exact product label and confirm suitability during the consultation before any chemical service begins.
What a Japanese hair salon in Tokyo or Osaka would give you and we give you too: a proper consultation of 10 to 15 minutes before anything is mixed, and the price agreed in writing before we start. What is different is the number on the receipt. The same straightening service costs a fraction of what it does in Japan, which is why it is a regular request from visitors and long term residents here.
Booking works the same as everything else on this page. Message us in English, tell us the service and a time, and we confirm. Four branches, nine years, and the treatment room is the same one our Vietnamese regulars use.
Searched for a Hairdresser in Hanoi Rather Than a Salon?
British, Irish, Australian and New Zealand visitors usually search for a hairdresser. American visitors usually search for a hair salon. Hanoi businesses label themselves either a salon or a barber shop, so the word you type decides what you are shown, and a search for a hairdresser often returns men’s barber shops that cannot help with colour or a women’s cut. The service you want exists here. Only the vocabulary differs.
| What you would call it | What it is called in Hanoi | Who it serves | What it can do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdresser, hair stylist | Salon tóc, or hair salon | Women, by appointment | Consultation, cutting, colour, perming, treatments, styling |
| Barber, barber shop | Barber, or cắt tóc nam | Men only | Clipper cutting and shaving, no colour work |
| Colourist | Thợ màu, the colour technician | Works inside the salon | Lightening, toning and colour formulation with your stylist |
| Senior stylist | Thợ chính | Works inside the salon | Takes the consultation and makes the cutting decisions |
| Blow dry bar | No separate shops for it | Sold inside salons | Wash and blow dry styling, booked as its own short service |
Two practical consequences follow. First, if a result page is full of barber shops, add the word salon or the word women to your search, because barber shops in Hanoi genuinely do not take women’s colour work. Second, a Hanoi salon price for a women’s cut already includes the consultation, the wash with a head massage and the final styling, which is not how a hairdresser abroad usually itemises a bill. The Hanoi salon price guide sets out what sits inside each figure, and the salon phrases guide covers the wording to use once you arrive.
Where Is the Salon and How Do I Get There?
📍 Address: 89 Nguyen Hy Quang, O Cho Dua Ward, Dong Da District, Hanoi
🗺️ Google Maps: Open in Google Maps
🚗 From the airport: Noi Bai Airport is 25 km away, about 45 minutes by Grab (around 350K VND, about $14 USD)
🚗 From the Old Quarter: 5 km, about 15 to 20 minutes by Grab (around 60K VND, about $2.50 USD)
🏘️ Nearby landmarks: Cho Cua Nam market, Van Ho Park, Kim Ma Bus Terminal
💡 Tip for foreigners: Grab is the easiest way to reach any Nhat Tam branch. Show the driver the address in Vietnamese: “89 Nguyen Hy Quang, O Cho Dua Ward, Dong Da District”. Most drivers know the area well.
Nhat Tam also operates branches in Thai Nguyen, Hai Phong and Ha Long. If you are travelling around northern Vietnam, you can book at whichever city you are in. Branch addresses are listed on our contact page.
How Do I Book Without Speaking Vietnamese?
Booking takes about 5 minutes in the English appointment form. Choose the branch, service, date and time there. You do not need to call, and you do not need a Vietnamese phone number.
- Message us at m.me/nhattamhairsalon and say which service you want.
- Send 2 or 3 photos of the look you want, plus one photo of your hair right now.
- Ask for English support so we can schedule the right person.
- Confirm the time slot. English support is available on request. Book your branch and time in the English appointment form, then use Messenger to send consultation photos if needed.
Booking ahead also unlocks the 30% advance discount, so it costs less than walking in.
What Happens During the Appointment?
Consultation (10 to 15 minutes)
On arrival, the stylist discusses your hair goals and examines the condition of your hair: porosity, elasticity and any previous chemical work. From there we recommend the safest service, and we show before and after photos of similar clients.
Service time (varies by treatment)
Haircut takes about 45 minutes. Colour takes 2 to 4 hours. Keratin takes 2.5 to 3 hours. Balayage takes 4 to 5 hours. We provide the WiFi password, free tea and water, and can arrange meal delivery during longer appointments.
Post care instructions
The stylist walks you through home care in English. You receive a written care card plus MQG product recommendations, and follow up questions are welcome on Messenger after you leave.
How the English Speaking Hair Salon Hanoi Language Support Works
Language is the main worry for first time foreign customers. Here is exactly what we do to remove it.
- Messenger with translation: write in your own language and our team replies quickly using translation tools
- Photo consultation: showing an image beats describing a shade in words
- Written price list in English: available at the salon before you sit down
- Visual walkthrough: stylists show you the tools and products before they are used
- Phone translation on hand: every stylist can pull up a translation app mid service
In practice, most appointments run on a mix of simple English and photos. It works well, and it is a lot safer than guessing.
What Payment Methods Are Accepted?
You do not need to carry a large amount of cash. Nhat Tam accepts the payment methods most visitors already use.
- 💵 Cash in VND, the most convenient option
- Please confirm available payment methods with the salon before your visit.
- 📱 Bank transfer (Vietcombank, Techcombank)
- 📲 Digital wallets: MoMo, ZaloPay
- 🍎 Apple Pay or Google Pay via Grab
If you plan to pay by card, mention it when booking so the team can have the terminal ready.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do the stylists speak English?
English support is available on request. For complex consultations we use translation apps and reference photos. Message us on Messenger before visiting so we can schedule an English speaking stylist for your slot.
2. How much is a haircut in Hanoi for a foreigner?
At Nhat Tam a women’s designer haircut is 150K VND, about 6 USD, and a men’s haircut is 100K VND, about 4 USD. Foreign customers pay the same published price as everyone else.
3. Do you use products that are safe for my hair type?
Please tell the salon about allergies, sensitivities, pregnancy or nursing before booking. Ask to see the exact product label and confirm suitability during the consultation before any chemical service begins.
4. What if I am not happy with the result?
We offer a 30 day free adjustment policy. If you are unhappy with the colour or the style within 30 days, we will modify it at no additional cost.
5. Do I need to book in advance or can I walk in?
Walk ins are possible but not guaranteed, especially for colour and keratin which take several hours. Booking ahead through the English appointment form secures your slot and unlocks the 30% advance discount.
6. How long does a colour or balayage appointment take?
A haircut takes about 45 minutes, colour takes 2 to 4 hours, keratin takes 2.5 to 3 hours, and balayage takes 4 to 5 hours. Plan your day accordingly and bring something to read.
7. Which branch should I choose?
Nhat Tam has 4 branches: Hanoi, Thai Nguyen, Hai Phong and Ha Long. The Hanoi branch at 89 Nguyen Hy Quang, Dong Da District, is the most convenient for visitors staying in the city centre.
8. I searched for a hairdresser in Hanoi and only found barber shops. What should I search instead?
Add the word salon, or the word women, to your search. Hanoi businesses label themselves either a salon or a barber shop, and barber shops here serve men only and do not take women’s colour work. A salon tóc, meaning a hair salon, is the equivalent of a hairdresser abroad and covers cutting, colour, perming and treatments by appointment.
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Pham Nhat Tam, Founder, Nhat Tam Hair Salon
9 years in the industry (since July 31, 2017 in Thai Nguyen). Trained over 150 stylists. Served more than 520,000 customers across 4 branches: Hanoi, Thai Nguyen, Hai Phong, Ha Long.
💰 Nhat Tam Salon Prices (2026)
Monthly deal: “Book ahead 30% plus check in 10% = up to 40% OFF”. Book through the English appointment form for the best price.
- Women’s designer haircut:
250K VND→ 150K VND (about $6 USD) - Men’s haircut:
200K VND→ 100K VND (about $4 USD) - Full colour combo (S/M/L):
800K to 1.3M VND→ 480K to 780K VND (about $19 to $31 USD) - VIP combo (S/M/L):
1.5M to 2.2M VND→ 900K to 1.32M VND (about $36 to $52 USD) - Balayage or ombre (S/M/L):
3.8M to 5.2M VND→ 2.28M to 3.12M VND (about $90 to $124 USD) - Keratin treatment (S/M/L):
1.5M to 2.25M VND→ 900K to 1.35M VND (about $36 to $54 USD)
Book Your Slot at the English Speaking Hair Salon Hanoi Today
If you want a haircut, colour or keratin treatment in Hanoi without a language barrier and without guessing the price, Nhat Tam is a straightforward choice. Prices are published, the warranty is written down, and English support can be requested for your appointment.
Message us on Messenger with your photos, or call the hotline on 0826 828 262 to reserve a time.
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Book online / Đặt lịch online
Choose your branch, service, date and time. Available times follow the opening hours of the branch you select. No account is required.
Chọn cơ sở, dịch vụ, ngày và giờ. Khung giờ hiển thị theo giờ làm việc của cơ sở đã chọn. Không cần đăng nhập.
For bleach, colour correction, perm, straightening or damaged hair, also send current-hair and reference photos on Messenger and request English support.
Với tẩy, sửa màu, uốn, duỗi hoặc tóc hư tổn, hãy gửi thêm ảnh tóc hiện tại và ảnh mong muốn qua Messenger.