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10 Hair Salons Within 2 Miles of Rose African Hair Braiding, Mattapan, Boston

Rose African Hair Braiding and 10 nearby hair salons in Mattapan, Boston compared on Google ratings, reviews, hours, online booking and accessibility.

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If you live or work around Mattapan, Boston, you have real choice for hair salons. Below, Rose African Hair Braiding is set next to 10 neighbors so you can compare ratings, hours, booking and access easily.

Rose African Hair Braiding is a featured business on Best Hair Guide. Every business on this page, including Rose African Hair Braiding, was picked and is described by the same rule, using its public Google Maps listing as of October 2026.

At a glance

Hair SalonWhereGoogle ratingReviewsSaturdaySundayWheelchair access listed
Rose African Hair BraidingMattapan (this page)4.33609 AM–6 PM10 AM–5 PM
Salvaged Roots Hair & Beauty1.58 mi north, Dorchester4.5889:30 AM–4:30 PMClosed
STYLLISTIK, "Specializing In Hair Care"1.46 mi northeast, Ashmont4.51488 AM–8 PM10 AM–4 PM
Joycey Salon0.26 mi southeast, Dorchester4.6609 AM–6 PMClosed
Iye's Hair Care0.25 mi south, Mattapan4.6329 AM–8 PMClosed
Dazzles Hair Salon1.95 mi northwest, Mount Hope4.3719 AM–7 PMClosed
Salon Bounce1.78 mi north, Dorchester4.631
Structure Beauty Salon1.47 mi northeast, Ashmont4.81069 AM–4 PM9 AM–1 PM
FLIP Hair Salon1.34 mi southeast, Milton4.7289 AM–5 PMClosed
Swagedoutstylez0.96 mi south, Mattapan5208 AM–6 PM7 AM–5 PM
We Are Hair1.61 mi northwest, Forest Hills4.7499 AM–5 PM11 AM–5 PM

A blank cell means we couldn't confirm that detail from Google, not that the business lacks it.

About Rose African Hair Braiding

Rose African Hair Braiding is a hair salon at 1212 Blue Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02126, rated 4.3 out of 5 across 360 Google reviews. Its latest finish is 6 PM on Mondays, and it is open on Sundays. Book Rose African Hair Braiding online or see its full profile.

Salvaged Roots Hair & Beauty in Dorchester vs Rose African Hair Braiding

Salvaged Roots Hair & Beauty is a hair salon at 190C Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02121. It is 1.58 miles north of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Dorchester.

Rose African Hair BraidingSalvaged Roots Hair & Beauty
AreaMattapanDorchester, 1.58 mi north
Google rating4.34.5
Google reviews36088
Saturday9 AM–6 PM9:30 AM–4:30 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Salvaged Roots Hair & Beauty stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.5 stars, and a Dorchester location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–5 PM).

Rose African Hair Braiding vs Salon Bounce (Dorchester)

Salon Bounce is a hair salon at 480 Blue Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02121. It is 1.78 miles north of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Dorchester.

Rose African Hair BraidingSalon Bounce
AreaMattapanDorchester, 1.78 mi north
Google rating4.34.6
Google reviews36031
Saturday9 AM–6 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Salon Bounce stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.6 stars, and a Dorchester location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and a Mattapan location, handy if you live or work nearby.

STYLLISTIK, "Specializing In Hair Care", 1.46 mi northeast: how it compares with Rose African Hair Braiding

STYLLISTIK, "Specializing In Hair Care" is a hair salon at 1831 Dorchester Ave Ste C, Boston, MA 02124. It is 1.46 miles northeast of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Ashmont.

Rose African Hair BraidingSTYLLISTIK, "Specializing In Hair Care"
AreaMattapanAshmont, 1.46 mi northeast
Google rating4.34.5
Google reviews360148
Saturday9 AM–6 PM8 AM–8 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PM10 AM–4 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

STYLLISTIK, "Specializing In Hair Care" stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.5 stars, and a later finish, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and a Mattapan location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Structure Beauty Salon in Ashmont vs Rose African Hair Braiding

Structure Beauty Salon is a hair salon at 1848 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02124. It is 1.47 miles northeast of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Ashmont.

Rose African Hair BraidingStructure Beauty Salon
AreaMattapanAshmont, 1.47 mi northeast
Google rating4.34.8
Google reviews360106
Saturday9 AM–6 PM9 AM–4 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PM9 AM–1 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Structure Beauty Salon stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.8 stars, and an Ashmont location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and a later finish, open until 6 PM on Mondays.

Rose African Hair Braiding vs Joycey Salon (Dorchester)

Joycey Salon is a hair salon at 838 Morton St, Boston, MA 02126. It is 0.26 miles southeast of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Dorchester.

Rose African Hair BraidingJoycey Salon
AreaMattapanDorchester, 0.26 mi southeast
Google rating4.34.6
Google reviews36060
Saturday9 AM–6 PM9 AM–6 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Joycey Salon stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.6 stars, and a later finish, open until 7 PM on Tuesdays.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–5 PM).

FLIP Hair Salon, 1.34 mi southeast: how it compares with Rose African Hair Braiding

FLIP Hair Salon is a hair salon at 36 Central Ave, Milton, MA 02186. It is 1.34 miles southeast of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Milton.

Rose African Hair BraidingFLIP Hair Salon
AreaMattapanMilton, 1.34 mi southeast
Google rating4.34.7
Google reviews36028
Saturday9 AM–6 PM9 AM–5 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

FLIP Hair Salon stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a Milton location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–5 PM).

Iye's Hair Care in Mattapan vs Rose African Hair Braiding

Iye's Hair Care is a hair salon at 1292 Blue Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02126. It is 0.25 miles south of Rose African Hair Braiding.

Rose African Hair BraidingIye's Hair Care
AreaMattapanMattapan, 0.25 mi south
Google rating4.34.6
Google reviews36032
Saturday9 AM–6 PM9 AM–8 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Iye's Hair Care stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.6 stars, and a later finish, open until 8 PM on Tuesdays.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–5 PM).

Rose African Hair Braiding vs Swagedoutstylez (Mattapan)

Swagedoutstylez is a hair salon at 438 River St, Mattapan, MA 02126. It is 0.96 miles south of Rose African Hair Braiding.

Rose African Hair BraidingSwagedoutstylez
AreaMattapanMattapan, 0.96 mi south
Google rating4.35
Google reviews36020
Saturday9 AM–6 PM8 AM–6 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PM7 AM–5 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Swagedoutstylez stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 5 stars, and a later finish, open until 10 PM on Mondays.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews.

We Are Hair, 1.61 mi northwest: how it compares with Rose African Hair Braiding

We Are Hair is a hair salon at 18A Hyde Park Ave, Boston, MA 02130. It is 1.61 miles northwest of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Forest Hills.

Rose African Hair BraidingWe Are Hair
AreaMattapanForest Hills, 1.61 mi northwest
Google rating4.34.7
Google reviews36049
Saturday9 AM–6 PM9 AM–5 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PM11 AM–5 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

We Are Hair stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a later finish, open until 8 PM on Thursdays.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and a Mattapan location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Dazzles Hair Salon in Mount Hope vs Rose African Hair Braiding

Dazzles Hair Salon is a hair salon at 4270 Washington St, Boston, MA 02131. It is 1.95 miles northwest of Rose African Hair Braiding, in Mount Hope.

Rose African Hair BraidingDazzles Hair Salon
AreaMattapanMount Hope, 1.95 mi northwest
Google rating4.34.3
Google reviews36071
Saturday9 AM–6 PM9 AM–7 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Dazzles Hair Salon stands out for a later finish, open until 7 PM on Mondays, and a Mount Hope location, handy if you live or work nearby.

Rose African Hair Braiding stands out for a longer review record, 360 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–5 PM).

How to choose a hair salon near Mattapan

Do

  • Bring two or three reference photos, including one of what you don't want.
  • Ask for a consultation before a large color change or a major cut.
  • Check today's hours on the business's Google listing before you set off; holiday hours change.
  • Book ahead and note the cancellation window when you do.

    • Don't

  • Don't choose on stars alone. A 4.7 from 900 reviews and a 5.0 from 12 reviews are different kinds of evidence.
  • Don't assume walk-ins are welcome; call or book first.
  • Don't hold back allergies, medications or skin sensitivities at check-in.

    • Follow

  • Wait 48 to 72 hours before washing newly colored hair, and switch to a sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Arrive five to ten minutes early for a first visit.
  • Tip 15 to 20 percent where tipping is customary, and check whether the business includes service charges.

    • How these 10 were chosen

    We searched Google Maps for hair salons within 2 miles of Rose African Hair Braiding, divided the circle into six 60-degree slices (north, northeast, southeast, south, southwest, northwest), and took the best-evidenced hair salons from each slice in turn, ranking by Google rating weighted by review count. Only businesses filed under the same kind of service, with at least five reviews, were considered. Ratings, reviews, hours and accessibility are as shown on Google Maps in October 2026; area names are from OpenStreetMap. Details change, so confirm hours and prices with the business before you go.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How far is Iye's Hair Care from Rose African Hair Braiding?
    About 0.25 miles south in a straight line.
    Can I book Rose African Hair Braiding online?
    Yes. Rose African Hair Braiding takes bookings on its own website, which also lists its services.
    How were these hair salons chosen?
    By location and evidence: a 2-mile circle around Rose African Hair Braiding, split into six direction slices, with the best-reviewed hair salons taken from each slice in turn. No business was included or left out for payment.
    What hair salons are near Rose African Hair Braiding in Mattapan?
    Within 2 miles: Iye's Hair Care (0.25 mi south), Joycey Salon (0.26 mi southeast), Swagedoutstylez (0.96 mi south), FLIP Hair Salon (1.34 mi southeast), STYLLISTIK, "Specializing In Hair Care" (1.46 mi northeast), Structure Beauty Salon (1.47 mi northeast), and 4 more compared on this page.
    Which hair salon near Mattapan has the most Google reviews?
    Of the hair salons compared here, Rose African Hair Braiding has the most, with 360 Google reviews as of October 2026.
    Which hair salons near Rose African Hair Braiding are open on Sunday?
    Rose African Hair Braiding (10 AM–5 PM), STYLLISTIK, "Specializing In Hair Care" (10 AM–4 PM), Structure Beauty Salon (9 AM–1 PM), Swagedoutstylez (7 AM–5 PM), We Are Hair (11 AM–5 PM). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026; check before you go.
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