The 13 Best Best Blow Dry Bars in Dublin

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Karen Louise Daly

A gorgeous, glossy blow dry used to be a rare little treat, saved for the end of a haircut. But with so many fabulous blow dry bars in Dublin, and salons offering chic blow-outs that red carpet-ready hair is now an any-day-of-the-week kind of vibe.

Whether you're planning a date night, looking for a Hollywood blow dry for your engagement party, researching fun ideas for your pal's hen party in Dublin, or simply a lunchtime hair zhuzh, there's a salon here to suit!

With all of the blow dry bars on our list, booking is advised to avoid disappointment, and do remember that prices at the lower end of the scale may not include shampoo - in these cases, you should arrive at the salon with dry, clean hair. Ready to see the best of what Dublin has to offer? Let's dive in!

The Best Best Blow Dry Bars & Salons in Dublin

Dry & Fly

With two salons in the heart of Dublin city, one on Wicklow St. and one in Spencer Dock, Dry & Fly is an effortlessly hip blow-dry bar with an impressive repertoire of styles, including curly blow-dry, loose curls and beachy, boho waves. They also do vintage-look Hollywood waves, undone updos and brow and lash treatments.

Wicklow St. and Spencer Dock | dryandfly.com | Prices start from €39 for a straight blow-dry

Blow

With two chic branches in the city, a salon at UCD Belfield, and a LinkedIn office salon, Blow Dry Bar is a firm favourite among Dublin’s style set, and with good reason. A blow dry for short hair starts at €25, with blow dry and makeup packages available from €90.

Leeson Street, Dunnes Stores on Henry St., UCD Belfield and Linkedin In office Salon | blow.ie | Prices start from €25

Oslo Beauty

If you’re looking for a spa and salon in Dublin, Oslo Beauty offers everything from hair, makeup, nails, massage, tanning, brows, and more. It’s also known for its beautiful blow drys, along with a calming wellness studio and a full range of beauty treatments under one roof. The Ranelagh store of Oslo Beauty is open seven days a week, perfect for a Sunday refresh!

Ballsbridge, Ranelagh, and Stillorgan | oslobeauty.ie | Prices start from €37

The Hive

The Hive is an award-winning Dublin salon known for sleek, long-lasting blow drys and personalised styling tailored to your hair type and finish.

With a clean, minimal, and contemporary design, the salon offers a calm, modern space where clients can enjoy a polished, effortless blow dry experience. The salon also has a manicure and pedicure station, make-up area and tanning room.

1 Dame Lane, Dublin 2 | thehivesalon.ie | Prices start from €50

The Space

Located in Drumcondra, this highly rated salon is known for its expert hair services, including blow drys, styling, cuts, colour, and treatments in a creative, welcoming environment. Clients praise The Space for its professional stylists and personalised approach, making it a great choice if you want a reliable blow dry or full hair service. They charge around €49 for short hair, €69 for medium hair, and €79 for long, thick hair or extensions.

18 Drumcondra Road Lower, Dublin 9 | thespace.ie | Prices start from €50

Dylan Bradshaw

Dylan Bradshaw Dublin is a go-to Dublin destination for polished, high-end blow drys and expert styling. In 2023, the South William Street space had a glow-up, evolving from a traditional salon into a full lifestyle space, blending hair, beauty, and even it's own speciality coffee and tea shop for a more curated client experience.

The salon also features a private room, originally created for VIP clients and cancer care consultations, now also used for hen parties, wedding groups, and popular with members of the Muslim community seeking complete privacy for hair services.

56 South William Street, Dublin 2 | dylanbradshaw.com | Classic blow dry starts from €52

Zeba

Boasting four stylish, state-of-the-art salons across Dublin, Zeba Hairdressing makes it easy to find a blow dry in Dublin location close by. Known for expert blow drys and fashion-forward styling, each salon offers a polished finish tailored to your hair type, from sleek and smooth to voluminous and textured. Blow drys start from €35, with shoulder-length blow drys at €37.50 and long blow drys ranging from €47 to €57.

South William St., Arnotts, Sandymount and Maynooth | zeba.ie | Prices start from €35

Brown Sugar

Brown Sugar salons are long-established, stylish hair and beauty destinations in Dublin with cool, calm interiors and experienced stylists who can deliver professional blow drys alongside other treatments. The vibe is relaxed yet fashion-forward, and many clients appreciate the head massage and luxury shampoo included as part of the service. Pricing varies by location, stylist and hair lenght so it’s best to check when booking.

South William Street, Ranelagh and Blackrock | brownsugar.ie | Prices from from €44

Queen

A shampoo and blow dry for medium hair costs just €30 Stillorgan hair salon Queen, making this laid-back blow dry spot a popular choice. It is also a hijab-friendly salon with private spaces available.

Stillorgan | queen.ie | Prices start from €25

AK For Hair

AK For Hair (Alan Keville for Hair) is a standout Dublin salon for a professional, high-quality blow dry and tailored hair services. Founded by Alan Keville and Alex Reid, the salon brings over 25 years of international experience and a London-inspired edge, with a strong focus on personalised styling in a relaxed, unpretentious setting. Blow drys start from €45, and they also offer a 16 Week Blowdry from €200, making it a premium option for long-lasting, polished results.

Powerscourt Townhouse, Dublin 2 | kevillehair.com | Prices start from €45

Gabriel Professional Hair Spa

Loved by customers and friends for over 12 years, Gabriel Professional Hair Spa offers budget-friendly blow drys, with pricing depending on the stylist. Appointments can be easily booked through their Facebook page.

North King Street | The Hair Spa Facebook Page | Prices start from €27

Davey

Davey Dublin is a popular glossy city-centre salon known for sleek, long-lasting polished blow drys tailored to your hair type and style. Blow drys are priced at €57 with Paul Davey, €48 with a Style Director, and €44 with a Stylist.

24 Stephen Street Lower, Dublin | daveydublin.com | Prices start from €44

Style Club

Peter Mark Style Club offers a blow dry service starting from €26, making it one of Dublin’s more accessible salon options for a polished finish. Clients can choose from a voluminous curly blow dry, a sleek and smooth finish, or a relaxed BoHo style. Each appointment begins with a professional cleanse and conditioning treatment. The salons are also known for their modern, stylish interiors, designed to feel bright, fun, and fashion-forward, making them the perfect spot for a girly blow dry!

South William Street and The Pavilions Shopping Centre Swords | styleclub.ie | Prices from €26

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