Comparisons10 min read

Hair Salons Near Elgin: The Braiding Place Elgin and 10 Neighbors Compared

The Braiding Place Elgin and 10 nearby hair salons in Elgin compared on Google ratings, reviews, hours, online booking and accessibility.

Renee Hollister, Senior Hair Editor·Published ·How we vet
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Searching for a hair salon near Elgin? This page maps the hair salons closest to The Braiding Place Elgin in every direction and compares them on the evidence anyone can check: Google ratings, review counts, opening hours, online booking and accessibility.

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

The short version

Hair SalonWhereGoogle ratingReviewsSaturdaySundayWheelchair access listed
The Braiding Place ElginElgin (this page)4.71,1519 AM–7 PM10 AM–7 PM
Vega's Hair Salon1.75 mi northeast, Elgin4.61469 AM–6 PM11 AM–4 PM
Fine Cuts Salon1.17 mi southeast, Elgin5409 AM–6 PM9 AM–4 PM
Leslie's Hair Salon1.62 mi southwest, Country Knolls4.71409 AM–4 PMClosed
Tricolor hair salon0.84 mi northwest, Maple Manor5319 AM–4 PM9 AM–2 PM
Sashko Hair Studio1.72 mi northeast, Elgin4.9929 AM–5 PMClosed
Salon De Belleza Mayra0.74 mi southeast, Elgin3.7928 AM–6 PM8:30 AM–4 PM
Brad Olson Hair Inc1.53 mi southwest, Elgin4.6228 AM–6 PMClosed
Coco Salon Beauty & Barbershop1 mi northeast, Elgin Historic District4.5999 AM–5 PMClosed
Estetica Aixa0.65 mi southeast, Elgin4399 AM–8 PM9 AM–3 PM
Studio 63 Hair Salon Barber Shop0.48 mi southwest, Elgin4.8910:30 AM–5 PMClosed

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

Meet The Braiding Place Elgin

The Braiding Place Elgin is a hair salon at 119 W Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60123, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 1,151 Google reviews. It publishes prices for 1 services, from $180 to $180, so you can see the cost before you book. Its latest finish is 7 PM on Mondays, and it is open on Sundays. Book The Braiding Place Elgin online or see its full profile.

Coco Salon Beauty & Barbershop, 1 mi northeast: how it compares with The Braiding Place Elgin

Coco Salon Beauty & Barbershop is a hair salon at 1 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120. It is 1 mile northeast of The Braiding Place Elgin, in Elgin Historic District.

The Braiding Place ElginCoco Salon Beauty & Barbershop
AreaElginElgin Historic District, 1 mi northeast
Google rating4.74.5
Google reviews1,15199
Saturday9 AM–7 PM9 AM–5 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Coco Salon Beauty & Barbershop stands out for an Elgin Historic District location, handy if you live or work nearby.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews.

Sashko Hair Studio in Elgin vs The Braiding Place Elgin

Sashko Hair Studio is a hair salon at 556 Congdon Ave, Elgin, IL 60120. It is 1.72 miles northeast of The Braiding Place Elgin.

The Braiding Place ElginSashko Hair Studio
AreaElginElgin, 1.72 mi northeast
Google rating4.74.9
Google reviews1,15192
Saturday9 AM–7 PM9 AM–5 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its websiteYes, via Google

Sashko Hair Studio stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.9 stars, and a later finish, open until 8 PM on Wednesdays.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–7 PM).

The Braiding Place Elgin vs Vega's Hair Salon (Elgin)

Vega's Hair Salon is a hair salon at 510 Waverly Dr, Elgin, IL 60120. It is 1.75 miles northeast of The Braiding Place Elgin.

The Braiding Place ElginVega's Hair Salon
AreaElginElgin, 1.75 mi northeast
Google rating4.74.6
Google reviews1,151146
Saturday9 AM–7 PM9 AM–6 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PM11 AM–4 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Vega's Hair Salon stands out for a later finish, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews.

Estetica Aixa, 0.65 mi southeast: how it compares with The Braiding Place Elgin

Estetica Aixa is a hair salon at 89, 95 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, IL 60120. It is 0.65 miles southeast of The Braiding Place Elgin.

The Braiding Place ElginEstetica Aixa
AreaElginElgin, 0.65 mi southeast
Google rating4.74
Google reviews1,15139
Saturday9 AM–7 PM9 AM–8 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PM9 AM–3 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Estetica Aixa stands out for a later finish, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews.

Salon De Belleza Mayra in Elgin vs The Braiding Place Elgin

Salon De Belleza Mayra is a hair salon at 37 Clock Tower Plz, Elgin, IL 60120. It is 0.74 miles southeast of The Braiding Place Elgin.

The Braiding Place ElginSalon De Belleza Mayra
AreaElginElgin, 0.74 mi southeast
Google rating4.73.7
Google reviews1,15192
Saturday9 AM–7 PM8 AM–6 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PM8:30 AM–4 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Salon De Belleza Mayra stands out for a later finish, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews.

The Braiding Place Elgin vs Fine Cuts Salon (Elgin)

Fine Cuts Salon is a hair salon at 633 Raymond St, Elgin, IL 60120. It is 1.17 miles southeast of The Braiding Place Elgin.

The Braiding Place ElginFine Cuts Salon
AreaElginElgin, 1.17 mi southeast
Google rating4.75
Google reviews1,15140
Saturday9 AM–7 PM9 AM–6 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PM9 AM–4 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Fine Cuts Salon stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 5 stars.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews, and prices published for 1 services before you book.

Studio 63 Hair Salon Barber Shop, 0.48 mi southwest: how it compares with The Braiding Place Elgin

Studio 63 Hair Salon Barber Shop is a hair salon at 9 N Union St, Elgin, IL 60120. It is 0.48 miles southwest of The Braiding Place Elgin.

The Braiding Place ElginStudio 63 Hair Salon Barber Shop
AreaElginElgin, 0.48 mi southwest
Google rating4.74.8
Google reviews1,1519
Saturday9 AM–7 PM10:30 AM–5 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Studio 63 Hair Salon Barber Shop stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.8 stars.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–7 PM).

Brad Olson Hair Inc in Elgin vs The Braiding Place Elgin

Brad Olson Hair Inc is a hair salon at 343 S McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123. It is 1.53 miles southwest of The Braiding Place Elgin.

The Braiding Place ElginBrad Olson Hair Inc
AreaElginElgin, 1.53 mi southwest
Google rating4.74.6
Google reviews1,15122
Saturday9 AM–7 PM8 AM–6 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Brad Olson Hair Inc stands out for a later finish, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 4.7 stars, and a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews.

The Braiding Place Elgin vs Leslie's Hair Salon (Country Knolls)

Leslie's Hair Salon is a hair salon at 75 Market St #11, Elgin, IL 60123. It is 1.62 miles southwest of The Braiding Place Elgin, in Country Knolls.

The Braiding Place ElginLeslie's Hair Salon
AreaElginCountry Knolls, 1.62 mi southwest
Google rating4.74.7
Google reviews1,151140
Saturday9 AM–7 PM9 AM–4 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PMClosed
Book onlineYes, on its website

Leslie's Hair Salon stands out for a Country Knolls location, handy if you live or work nearby.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews, and Sunday appointments (10 AM–7 PM).

Tricolor hair salon, 0.84 mi northwest: how it compares with The Braiding Place Elgin

Tricolor hair salon is a hair replacement service at 1000 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123. It is 0.84 miles northwest of The Braiding Place Elgin, in Maple Manor.

The Braiding Place ElginTricolor hair salon
AreaElginMaple Manor, 0.84 mi northwest
Google rating4.75
Google reviews1,15131
Saturday9 AM–7 PM9 AM–4 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PM9 AM–2 PM
Book onlineYes, on its website

Tricolor hair salon stands out for the higher Google rating of the two, 5 stars, and a Maple Manor location, handy if you live or work nearby.

The Braiding Place Elgin stands out for a longer review record, 1,151 Google reviews, and prices published for 1 services before you book.

How to choose a hair salon near Elgin

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.
  • Read the newest reviews, not only the average. They describe the team working there now.
  • Check today's hours on the business's Google listing before you set off; holiday hours change.
  • Don't

  • Don't hold back allergies, medications or skin sensitivities at check-in.
  • 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.
  • Follow

  • Wait 48 to 72 hours before washing newly colored hair, and switch to a sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Keep any written aftercare you are given and follow it for the full period.
  • Arrive five to ten minutes early for a first visit.
  • How these 10 were chosen

    We searched Google Maps for hair salons within 2 miles of The Braiding Place Elgin, 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

    Which hair salons near The Braiding Place Elgin are open on Sunday?
    The Braiding Place Elgin (10 AM–7 PM), Vega's Hair Salon (11 AM–4 PM), Fine Cuts Salon (9 AM–4 PM), Tricolor hair salon (9 AM–2 PM), Salon De Belleza Mayra (8:30 AM–4 PM), Estetica Aixa (9 AM–3 PM). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026; check before you go.
    How far is Studio 63 Hair Salon Barber Shop from The Braiding Place Elgin?
    About 0.48 miles southwest in a straight line.
    Can I book The Braiding Place Elgin online?
    Yes. The Braiding Place Elgin takes bookings on its own website, which also lists its services and prices ($180 to $180).
    How were these hair salons chosen?
    By location and evidence: a 2-mile circle around The Braiding Place Elgin, 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 The Braiding Place Elgin in Elgin?
    Within 2 miles: Studio 63 Hair Salon Barber Shop (0.48 mi southwest), Estetica Aixa (0.65 mi southeast), Salon De Belleza Mayra (0.74 mi southeast), Tricolor hair salon (0.84 mi northwest), Coco Salon Beauty & Barbershop (1 mi northeast), Fine Cuts Salon (1.17 mi southeast), and 4 more compared on this page.
    Which hair salon near Elgin has the most Google reviews?
    Of the hair salons compared here, The Braiding Place Elgin has the most, with 1,151 Google reviews as of October 2026.
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