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Best Hairdressers in Hobart (2026)

Hobart's hair scene runs on word-of-mouth more than any other Australian capital. The market is small enough that everybody knows who the three or four top colourists are, and you generally need to book six to eight weeks out for senior chairs. North Hobart and Sandy Bay anchor the premium end with established owner-operator studios. The CBD has reasonable walk-in availability at the more mid-market end. Battery Point and West Hobart skew traditional. The Eastern Shore (Bellerive, Lindisfarne, Howrah, Warrane) has its own quietly growing scene of boutique studios serving the suburban shift away from CBD bookings. Pricing in Hobart is the lowest of any state capital: $65-95 for a women's cut, $30-45 for a barber cut, balayage from $160. Mobile hairdressing has higher uptake here than the national average — practical for elderly clients in the Eastern Shore and for stylists who don't want to pay CBD rent.

Notes from the field

Who we’d send a friend to in Hobart

Picks from the top of Hobart’s 20-strong list of hand-verified hair professionals on findme.hair. Listings are ranked by Google rating and review depth, never paid placement.

The Blades Barber North Hobart

barber shop · 5.0★ across 860 reviews

The Blades Barber delivers no-fuss men's grooming in North Hobart with the fundamentals done right. Strong on barber, mens.

The Blades Barber Moonah Moonah

barber shop · 5.0★ across 582 reviews

The Blades Barber Moonah brings no-fuss barbering to Tasmania's suburbs. Strong on barber, mens.

Mantra Barber Shop Hobart ( EST . 2022) New Town

barber shop · 5.0★ across 294 reviews

Mantra Barber Shop delivers no-nonsense men's grooming in New Town, blending old-school barbering traditions with modern techniques since 2022. Strong on barber, kids, mens.

3T Barber Battery Point

barber shop · 5.0★ across 291 reviews

3T Barber delivers premium barbering for blokes who don't mess around when it comes to their look. Strong on barber, mens.

Jimbob's Barbers Hobart

barber shop · 5.0★ across 117 reviews

Jimbob's Barbers delivers proper traditional barbering in the heart of Hobart's Elizabeth Street. Strong on barber.

How to find the best hairdresser in Hobart

Finding the right hairdresser in Hobartstarts with knowing what you need. Whether you’re after a precision cut, balayage, keratin treatment, or a classic barber fade, Hobart has specialists in every category.

What to look for

  • Google reviews — check recent reviews, not just the overall rating
  • Specialisation — curly hair, colour correction, and extensions all require specialist skills
  • Online booking — salons with online booking tend to be better organised
  • Location — factor in parking, public transport, and opening hours
  • Consultations — the best salons offer free consultations before major changes

Tools of the trade

One way to judge a salon’s quality is by looking at their tools. The best hairdressers in Hobart use professional-grade hairdressing scissors made from Japanese steel, and keep them professionally sharpened. Sharp, high-quality scissors reduce split ends and give cleaner, more precise results.

Hobart by the numbers

We currently list 20 top-rated salons and barbers across Hobart. 11 hair salons and 7 barber shops made our curated list based on verified reviews, consistency, and local reputation.

Popular suburbs for hair services

The most popular suburbs for hair salons in Hobart include Hobart, North Hobart, Battery Point, Sandy Bay, New Town. Each suburb has its own character — from boutique studios to high-volume salons.

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Looking for a barber instead?

Our best barbers in Hobart guide covers traditional barbershops, fade specialists, and beard work in the same area.

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