iHow 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 69%94+65.1Reliability 31%86+26.5Experts Score= 92Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#8 of 58 beauty salonsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 88%
5.0★★★★★78 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.88★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.4%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
55%reviews answered by the owner
$76typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate Serendipity Hair Studio five stars based on seventy-eight reviews, with the owner responding to over half of them. Clients frequently cite specific services like color, extensions, cuts, and perms, while highlighting the salon's Las Vegas-inspired atmosphere and the staff's ability to listen to detailed requests. Recurring themes include the team's friendliness, their skill in meeting precise styling goals, and the use of quality products. The primary criticism involves online booking issues that cause staff to be late or rush appointments, leading to rescheduling difficulties for some customers.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 78 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 78 Google reviews (73 with written comments, 13 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 55% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 9, 2026.
Service: Beauty Salon serving Knoxville, Tennessee.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other beauty salons
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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 satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
Serendipity Hair StudioBeauty Salons median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Serendipity Hair Studio: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
94
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Serendipity Hair Studio: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.A
86
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 95.–
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ValueiValue · 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 87.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Serendipity Hair Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 45.–
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Star ratings
78 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars7799%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 73 written reviews
100%praise
Praise60100%
Complaints00%
Price
What customers reported paying
$76-7% vs typical beauty salons
Middle half of what 28 customers paid ($66–$119) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1830%
Would recommend1728%
Quality & results1220%
Honesty & trust610%
Communication47%
Price & value23%
Speed & response12%
What customers talk about
We read 73 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Sydney is very warm and approachable, her services are attentive and fun.”
“Thus was a great experience, and I highly recommend her!”
“I'm a new client, and I have to say that Calie did an excellent job with my hair!”
“She is so talented, but even more than that, she made me feel so comfortable and genuinely cared for.”
“She's easy to talk to and is able to curate the appointment to what you need.”
“She always makes sure I’m 100% happy w my hair, and helps me make reasonable decisions regarding maintenance and what is going to look best for my hair type.”
“She gave me exactly what I asked for and was super sweet, quick and attentive.”
People customers mention
Jane10 reviews
Vegas6 reviews
Krysti5 reviews
Nichole3 reviews
Salon3 reviews
Nicole3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Serendipity Hair Studio for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Kate4 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Sydney is very warm and approachable, her services are attentive and fun. She's easy to talk to and is able to curate the appointment to what you need.
Paid $40–60HaircutHair hydration treatments
Ayslyn1 reviewiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
I love love love serendipity!! Sydney does AMAZING on my extensions and color. She is always open to my ideas with trying out different techniques and styles. All of the stylist in the salon are extremely friendly and welcoming.
Paid $120–140Hair coloring
MichelleLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Absolutely LOVE this salon! ❤️ The Vegas-chic theme is adorable and the whole studio has such a fun, welcoming atmosphere
But the best part was definitely my stylist, Calie! From the moment we met, we just clicked. She is so talented, but even more than that, she made me feel so comfortable and genuinely cared for.…
Paid $200+HaircutHairstylingHair coloring
Chelan4 reviewsiTotal 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 truly don’t have words for Nichole. She is such a bright beautiful light who made me feel absolutely stunning again! I felt so welcomed by all of the ladies and received so many compliments from the team. I may have also cried out of happiness. Nichole, you’re a wizard 💕 THANK YOU!
Paid $200+
KarishmaLocal Guide · 47 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Krysti is the sweetest hair stylist with such magic and flair in her studio! I had the best time getting to know her and she did a fabulous job on my hair! I know next door is going to be incredible!!!
Paid $80–100BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Joyce7 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Such a fabulous place. Krysti’s knowledge of what you need is much appreciated. She has created a relaxing technique in a Vegas themed atmosphere.
Sydney is very warm and approachable, her services are attentive and fun. She's easy to talk to and is able to curate the appointment to what you need.
Price: $40–60
Services: Haircut, Hair hydration treatments
Atmosphere: Relaxing, Cozy
Maintenance: Pristine
Ayslyn Teffeteller1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Ayslyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I love love love serendipity!! Sydney does AMAZING on my extensions and color. She is always open to my ideas with trying out different techniques and styles. All of the stylist in the salon are extremely friendly and welcoming.
Price: $120–140
Services: Hair coloring
Atmosphere: Energetic, Modern
Maintenance: Acceptable
Michelle CLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Absolutely LOVE this salon! ❤️ The Vegas-chic theme is adorable and the whole studio has such a fun, welcoming atmosphere
But the best part was definitely my stylist, Calie! From the moment we met, we just clicked. She is so talented, but even more than that, she made me feel so comfortable and genuinely cared for. We talked and laughed for literally the entire 6 hours! 😂💛
I recently moved here from up North and have really been really missing my girls back home, so meeting Calie felt like exactly what I needed!
My hair turned out AMAZING, but honestly, the experience meant just as much to me as the results. I cannot wait to go back to the salon and to see my girl Calie 🫶🤗🫶
Price: $200+
Services: Haircut, Hairstyling, Hair coloring
Atmosphere: Relaxing
Maintenance: Pristine
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Absolutely LOVE this! Thank you so much for such a sweet review. We’re so happy you found us, and even happier that you found your girl Calie! There’s nothing better than leaving with amazing hair AND feeling like you just hung out with a friend for 6 hours We can’t wait to have you back! ✨
Carla Walsh2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I'm a new client, and I have to say that Calie did an excellent job with my hair! She listened, and was very good about the details and what I was looking for in style and color. The outcome was very satisfying! She also was very pleasant to talk to. She has a talent for making people feel at ease. Thus was a great experience, and I highly recommend her!
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Carla! We’re so happy you found us and had such a great experience with Calie. She truly takes the time to listen and make her guests feel comfortable. We can’t wait to have you back!
Rilee Foster5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rilee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Sydney is the absolute best. Not only do I love my hair every time I leave, but I enjoy my time in the salon with her! Highly recommend to anyone!
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Rilee! We couldn’t agree more!! Sydney is the best! We love that you enjoy your time in the salon just as much as your hair. Thank you for trusting us!
Mady Bates7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mady has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Not only is the salon just so adorable, Krysti and her entire staff are so welcoming, so hospitable to every guest! I’ve never been so comfortable and had a feeling I can completely trust my stylist but Krysti made me feel so calm and did such an amazing job on my hair I love it!!!
** addition needed! Still go to this salon and the owner is just one of a kind making sure to give the best experience to my very customer. I had such a tight window and they fit me in and got me exactly what I was wanting! I love this salon
Services: Hairstyling, Hair coloring
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We truly value you! Your surprise visits, especially with your adorable little ones, always brighten our day. We look forward to seeing you all again soon!
Julie Cruz2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Nichole cut my curly hairy and it looked really good after the haircut and really great the next morning after it fully air dried. At my request she used no products on my hair and I was super pleased that by the next morning it fell naturally and needs little maintenance.
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Julie! We’re so glad you’re loving your haircut and that Nichole was able to give you exactly what you were looking for. We appreciate you taking the time to leave such a sweet review!
Chelan Branham4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Chelan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I truly don’t have words for Nichole. She is such a bright beautiful light who made me feel absolutely stunning again! I felt so welcomed by all of the ladies and received so many compliments from the team. I may have also cried out of happiness. Nichole, you’re a wizard 💕 THANK YOU!
Price: $200+
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
This makes us so happy to read! Nichole really is a gem, and we’re so glad you felt beautiful and welcomed from the second you walked in. This is exactly how we want our salon to feel. Thank you so much for trusting us!
Rachel Clark7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Gail gave me the exact look I wanted!!
Before, AI mock up, and after ✨
Price: $80–100
Services: Haircut
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Rachel! Gail is seriously a magician with a pair of scissors. We love seeing a vision come to life, and we’re so happy you trusted our Serendipity crew with your hair!
Karishma ManjiLocal Guide · 47 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Karishma has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Krysti is the sweetest hair stylist with such magic and flair in her studio! I had the best time getting to know her and she did a fabulous job on my hair! I know next door is going to be incredible!!!
Aww thank you so much, Karishma! loved getting to know you and doing your hair! And thank you for cheering us on with the expansion next door it seriously means so much. So glad you found Serendipity!