Cairns · Queensland
Best Hairdressers in Cairns (2026)
Cairns' tropical setting means salons here specialise in humidity-proof styles and treatments. The Esplanade and Shields Street areas are home to the city's top-rated hairdressers and barbers.
Hair SalonElvi The Salon
Edge Hill, QLD 4870
UnisexManCove
Palm Cove, QLD 4879
Hair SalonEffigy Hair
Westcourt, QLD 4870
Hair SalonReds Hair & Co.
Edge Hill, QLD 4870
Hair SalonSavvy Hair & Make-Up
Parramatta Park, QLD 4870
Hair SalonSalon Therapy
Manunda, QLD 4870
Hair SalonICONIQ
Westcourt, QLD 4870
BarberGlobalcutz Barbershop Cairns
Manunda, QLD 4870
Hair SalonCK Hair & Makeup
Edge Hill, QLD 4870
Hair SalonBASK Salon
Manunda, QLD 4870
UnisexFresh Start Academy
Earlville, QLD 4870
UnisexBerry Lane Hair Pty Ltd
Manunda, QLD 4870
Hair SalonBeachfront Hair
Palm Cove, QLD 4879
UnisexRazorbacks Mens Cuts
Westcourt, QLD 4870
Hair SalonBlondelicious
Palm Cove, QLD 4879
Hair SalonChiko's Hair
Smithfield, QLD 4878
Total Hair Studio-Blonde Colour Specialist
Manunda, QLD 4870
BarberKenzo Barbers
Westcourt, QLD 4870
Hair SalonHair Boutique (Formerly Pulse Hair)
Edge Hill, QLD 4870
Hair SalonSnipz Hair Studio
Edge Hill, QLD 4870
How to find the best hairdresser in Cairns
Finding the right hairdresser in Cairnsstarts with knowing what you need. Whether you’re after a precision cut, balayage, keratin treatment, or a classic barber fade, Cairns has specialists in every category.
What to look for
- Google reviews — check recent reviews, not just the overall rating
- Specialisation — curly hair, colour correction, and extensions all require specialist skills
- Online booking — salons with online booking tend to be better organised
- Location — factor in parking, public transport, and opening hours
- Consultations — the best salons offer free consultations before major changes
Cairns by the numbers
We currently list 20 top-rated salons and barbers across Cairns. 14 hair salons and 2 barber shops made our curated list based on verified reviews, consistency, and local reputation.
Popular suburbs for hair services
The most popular suburbs for hair salons in Cairns include Cairns, Cairns North, Edge Hill, Parramatta Park, Manunda. Each suburb has its own character — from boutique studios to high-volume salons.