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Bell Nails & Spa logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%89+48.5Reliability 24%84+20.4Value 14%79+11.2Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty80−2Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE

Bell Nails & Spa

Galveston, TX · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #58Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 121 hair salons · 4.8★ from 856 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other hair salons (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: value.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Bell Nails & Spa is better than 89% of hair salons.A
89
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Bell Nails & Spa is better than 84% of hair salons.A
84
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Bell Nails & Spa is better than 80% of hair salons.A
80
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Bell Nails & Spa is better than 79% of hair salons.B
79
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Bell Nails & Spa is better than 100% of hair salons.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Bell Nails & Spa is better than 100% of hair salons.A
100

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Customers hired Bell Nails & Spa for 8 kinds of job.

Bell Nails & Spa for manicure

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.185
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.83
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$40–60
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$43–$71
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 81/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Manicure”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#4 / 19

All 185 Google reviews tagged “Manicure” · showing 40

Patty1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

Best service I’ve ever had

Nail artAcrylic nailsManicure
adrienne6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Kim gave me the best massage I’ve ever had at a nail spa. She did amazing on my milky French pedi as well. Will definitely make this my new regular spot!

Foot massagesPedicureManicure
Rick6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

We fell in love with this place. Love it.

Paid $200+Foot massagesSculpted nailsNail painting
Conika4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

My Experience was Very Friendly, Professional and Beautiful Work, my nails & toes are Gorgeous. And Awesome Massages Thank you Bell Nails

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Acrylic nailsHand & foot massagesPedicure
Randy2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Excellent service!!

Hand & foot massagesPedicureWaxing
Krystle6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Amazing staff, service, and atmosphere!!!

Paid $120–140Foot massagesPolish removalNail painting
Alaisa6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Very nice nail Salon. Professional staff went above and beyond very please with service.

Paid $100–120Foot massagesHand & foot massagesPedicure
Travis5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Amazing service and extremely friendly staff! I highly recommend Bell Nails and Spa for all of your pedicure and manicure needs :)

Hand & foot massagesPedicureSpa services
Clarissa1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

I was a walk-in and got served very quickly, even buggered up a nail and they fixed it right away. Very detailed and friendly staff!

Paid $20–40Manicure
ErinLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Go here regularly. Staff are lovely and always do a great job

Paid $100–120Nail artAcrylic nailsPedicure
MichelleLocal Guide · 35 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Great mani and pedi services for both hubs and myself. So glad we decided to check out this place. Recommend this place! Many thanks for making this a fantastic experience!

PedicureManicure
Kyle6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Excellent service very good with the kids and my self

Customer photo from Kyle's reviewCustomer photo from Kyle's review
Nail artPedicureManicure
Emily2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Kathy and Mya were super super sweet and they did my nails super good. I just got a classic French tip and a nail design with a pearl and they did phenomenal. This would totally be my regular nail spot, but I live in Oklahoma and only come for vacation.

Paid $60–80Nail artManicure
notLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Kathy is AMAZING! she is so sweet and wants the best for every customer. please please go here for your nails!!

Paid $40–60Nail artAcrylic nailsManicure
Bonnie1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Amazing job and relaxing. Also my husbands feet no longer look like he could swoop out of the sky and catch fish with them.

PedicureManicure
Robin8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Kathy provided excellent friendly service. This place is a vibe and a most go to get all your pampering needs.

Paid $80–100Acrylic nailsPedicureManicure
Genna11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Had the best experience here today for my birthday! Made the appointment for 3 pedicures and manicure and they fit us all in at the same time. Went great and finished all on time.

Paid $200+PedicureManicure
Miriam6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Kim was awesome as always!

Paid $80–100PedicureManicure
Della2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Amazing service

Paid $60–80PedicureManicure
Pamela6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

They were great with my 4 year old. Very sweet and good work done.

Paid $60–80PedicureManicure
Rebecca5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

I arrived in Galveston after arriving from the east coast and broke a nail on the plane. I called Bells to see if they could fix my nail and they immediately were able to take me. They did a FANTASTIC job fixing my nail and the price was so reasonable. I am so happy I found them. They really saved the rest of my…

Paid $1–20Manicure
Hescott4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

My first time ever getting this kind of thing done and it was a great time! Super friendly staff and I really enjoyed it!

Paid $140–160PedicureManicure
Miley5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

They were amazing nice people would go again

Acrylic nailsPedicureManicure
Samantha1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Great service Vivian and Kay

PedicureManicure
Noah4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Vivian did an AMAZING job. She was very kind and so pleasant to be around. She's the Best!

PedicureManicure
Morgan5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

So kind and nice! Even had my daughter’s nails done and they had a great experience! Will be back for sure!

Paid $20–40PedicureManicure
Isacc2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Very friendly, and accommodating!

PedicureManicure
Jay3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 9 months ago★★★★★

Had a great time best service highly recommend

Nail artAcrylic nailsPedicure
Brenda2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Lily was great, did an amazing job

Nail artManicure
MonicaLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Mia and her dad are awesome. I highly recommend. This was my first time there, it was thoroughly impress. Great job!!!!!

Paid $60–80PedicureManicure
Michelle10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Beautiful work!

Paid $60–80Manicure
Tali3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Kim is very skilled! I deal with diabetes and Kim has been efficient and safe. I lived in California and visit every 4 to 6 months! She is better than the Podiatrist when it comes to to a pedicure! She joked that she may die before I get back. I said, I will you to live!! Are be in heaven to find her for my Pedicure and Manicure!!!!!

Paid $40–60PedicureManicure
Teonna11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Thanks to Kathy for getting my nails right! I’m so satisfied I will definite back. I love love love them so much !!

Nail artManicure
AnnaLocal Guide · 48 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

5 Star service! Ms. Chi brought my nails 💅 back to life and she's very gentle. Major shout-out to Ms. Lena for the tremendous job that she rendered on my legs and feet. When I came in, my feet 👣 look like I'd been kicking alligators 🐊 . She massaged me so, that I fell asleep. Now, I'm walking on air. I'm so…

Paid $120–140PedicureManicure
TracieLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Wonderful service!!

Paid $40–60PedicureManicure
Allison10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Cathy did a wonderful job with my nails. They gave us a special treat for Christmas and for my birthday. My nails and toes turned out great and they did a wonderful job.

PedicureManicure
EmiliaLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

This is the only nail salon I will ever go to in Galveston. Their nail polishes are of high-quality and not expired. I love getting the gel on my hands and on my feet. I get the gel on my feet and it could last me up to a month with no chipping. I enjoy getting the gel on my hands and it has never chipped or cracked…

Paid $80–100Acrylic nailsPedicureManicure
JennyLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

What an amazing experience!! Amazing job! Super fast too! And the people are so nice!

Paid $60–80Nail artManicure
BritniLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 11 months ago★★★★★

Kathy took her time with my pedicure and my manicure. She was friendly and took pride in her work! I'll definitely use them again if I'm in town! Update..I came back and Mia gave me the best pedicure I've ever had, no exaggeration.

Paid $60–80PedicureManicure
MLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

love!!! first time getting my nails done in forever, and i’m super impressed. the techs were all so gentle and kind. definitely going to return! “I feel prettyyy, oh so prettyyy🎶”

Paid $20–40Nail artAcrylic nailsManicure

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Price

$68+16% vs typical hair salons

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Pedicure301$43–$66
Manicure185$43–$71
Acrylic nails124$48–$83
Nail art80$45–$76
Foot massages68$45–$76
Hand & foot massages26—
Nail painting25—
Sculpted nails23—

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