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Haircuts & Styling
Precision cuts tailored to your face shape and lifestyle. Expert blow-dries and finishes for every occasion.
✨ Open 7 days · Late nights Thu & Fri ·
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Westfield Albany
· Shop 212A, 219 Don McKinnon Drive, Auckland
Where Hair & Beauty Meets Luxury
Albany's most-trusted salon — at the heart of Westfield Albany. Expert stylists. Premium treatments. An experience you'll love.
NZ's #1 Salon Group
Est. 2004 · 22 Years
27 Locations
Open 7 days
NZ's LargestHair & Beauty Group
Est. 200422 Years of Trust
100,000+Happy Customers
4.7 ★ Google2195+ Reviews
100% NZ Owned26 Salons Nationwide
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4.7 / 5.0
2195 Google Reviews
The Kess Experience
A Salon That Feels Like You
From the moment you walk in, Kess Hair & Beauty Albany wraps you in warmth, expertise and care. Our senior stylists listen first — then deliver.
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Senior Stylists You Can Trust Named specialists with loyal clientele — experienced, trained and trusted.
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Premium Products, Real Results Salon-grade colour and treatments for results that look and feel exceptional.
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Relaxing, Welcoming Atmosphere Step away from the rush of everyday life and enjoy a truly restorative experience.
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Best Value in Albany Premium quality at honest prices — rated "the best value" by real customers.
Premium Care
You Deserve the Best.
You Deserve the Best.
We Deliver It.
Every visit to Kess Hair & Beauty Albany is crafted around you — senior stylists, salon-grade products, and a relaxing space designed for results you'll love.
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Senior Stylists OnlyEach Kess Hair & Beauty Albany stylist is experienced, trained, and trusted by hundreds of returning clients.
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Salon-Grade ProductsWe use and retail premium hair care — the same products that make your results last longer at home.
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A Truly Relaxing ExperienceStep into a calm, welcoming space and leave feeling refreshed — not just styled.
Honest Pricing
Premium Quality
Premium Quality
Without the Premium Price.
No hidden fees, no surprises. Kess Hair & Beauty Albany is rated by locals as "the best value" — because we believe great hair shouldn't cost the earth.
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Clear Pricing UpfrontAll service prices are visible on our booking page before you commit — no awkward surprises at checkout.
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Gift Cards AvailableShare the Kess experience — gift cards available online and in-salon for any amount.
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"Best Value in Albany"Our prices bring you in — our service brings you back. Rated 4.7★ by 2195+ real customers.
4.7★Google Rating
2195+Customer Reviews
500K+Customers Served
22yrsEst. 2004
What We Offer
Hair & Beauty Services at Kess Hair & Beauty Albany
From precision cuts to full colour transformations, waxing to facials — our senior stylists and beauticians have every service covered.
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Colour & Highlights
Full colour, balayage, foils, ombré, and dimensional highlights — crafted to complement your natural tone.
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Keratin & Treatments
Keratin smoothing, deep conditioning, scalp care and straightening for silky, frizz-free results that last.
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Waxing
Professional full-body waxing with skin-safe formulas. Long-lasting smoothness, minimal discomfort.
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Eyebrow Services
Perfect your brow shape with threading, tinting, or semi-permanent microblading for effortless definition.
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Facials & Beauty
Revitalise with customised facials, eyelash tinting, relaxing massages and holistic beauty treatments.
Customer Reviews
What Our Clients Say
Real reviews from real people at Kess Hair & Beauty Albany
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"Love getting the QiQi treatment with dean ☺️"
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"I'm really impressed with the service given by Gihan for a function.. Highly recommended. Great customer service and timing too. He is senior professional with great set of skills."
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"Waruni did my eye brows and I'm really happy with her service"
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"First time using this hair salon. Read reviews here on Google and decided to give them a try. Hash was amazing and super informative about my hair care especially after the fantastic job she did of my..."
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"I’ve never had my eyebrows threaded before and Shilpi was amazing!!! It was super quick and she was is SOOO lovely"
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"Absolutely love coming here. The team are so friendly and my hair always looks amazing."
Find Us
Kess Hair & Beauty Albany — Location & Hours
Conveniently located inside Westfield Albany, Albany's premier shopping destination. Free parking at Westfield Albany.
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Address
Shop 212A, 219 Don McKinnon Drive
Westfield Albany
Albany, Auckland 0632
Westfield Albany
Albany, Auckland 0632
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Phone
(09) 448 1972
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Opening Hours
| Mon – Wed | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Thu – Fri | 9:00am – 9:00pm ✓ |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Sunday | 10:00am – 5:30pm |
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Parking
Free parking at Westfield Albany
Book Your Appointment
Ready for a Fresh New Look?
Book online in 2 minutes or walk in anytime. Kess Hair & Beauty Albany is here for you 7 days a week — with late nights Thu & Fri.
✓ Instant online booking
✓ Walk-ins welcome
✓ Free parking at Westfield Albany
✓ Gift cards available
✓ Open 7 days
✓ Senior stylists
✓ No surcharge on public holidays
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about visiting Kess Hair & Beauty Albany
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Where is Kess Hair & Beauty Albany located?
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We're located at Shop 212A, 219 Don McKinnon Drive, Westfield Albany, Albany, Auckland 0632. Free parking at Westfield Albany.
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What are the opening hours at Albany?
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Mon – Wed: 9:00am – 6:00pm. Thu – Fri: 9:00am – 9:00pm. Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm. Sunday: 10:00am – 5:30pm. Open every day of the week.
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Do I need to book or can I walk in?
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Both! Walk-ins are always welcome during opening hours. We recommend booking online to guarantee your preferred stylist and time, especially during our late-night hours.
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What hair and beauty services do you offer?
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We offer haircuts and styling, hair colour and highlights (balayage, foils, ombré), keratin treatments, hair extensions, waxing, facials, eyebrow threading and microblading, eyelash tinting, massage, and piercings.
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How do I check pricing?
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Full service pricing is visible on our online booking page — select a service to see prices before booking. You can also call (09) 448 1972 for a quote.
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Do you offer gift cards?
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Yes — Kess gift cards are available online at kess.co.nz and in-salon. They make the perfect gift for any occasion and can be used across all Kess locations.
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Is there parking nearby?
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Yes — Free parking at Westfield Albany. Bus routes and drop-off access are also available.
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Is there a surcharge on public holidays?
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No, we keep our pricing the same—even on public holidays. You can book your appointment prior to get your preferred slot.
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Is Albany part of a larger group?
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Yes — Kess Hair & Beauty is NZ's largest hair and beauty salon group with 27 locations nationwide, established in 2004 and 100% NZ owned.