Blow dry bars are still one of London’s best-kept beauty secrets. They’re fast, affordable, and ask for no commitment beyond 30 minutes. So we’ve refreshed our list of the best blow dry bars in London for 2026, swapping out anything that’s closed shop and adding a few newer names worth booking. Trust us: you’ll leave with the best coiffure in town.
The Best Blow Dry Bars in London Right Now
Blow LTD
Blow LTD has moved away from its old department-store beauty bars. You’ll no longer find one inside a Debenhams, since the chain shut in 2021. Instead, the brand now runs primarily as an on-demand app, sending mobile hairstylists to you anywhere in London. That said, its Covent Garden beauty bar still operates for walk-in and app bookings, offering the same “Power Blow” (voluminous, day-to-night) and “Beach Blow” (tousled, laid-back) styles as before.
8 Slingsby Place, WC2E 9AB (plus mobile booking via the Blow LTD app)
Price: From £25 for 30 minutes. Add £15 for a bespoke Kérastase conditioning boost.
blowltd.com — book a blow dry
Hershesons Blow Dry Bars
Part of the reputable Hershesons group, these blow dry bars remain a great option for a quick, chic fix. However, the original Topshop Oxford Circus branch is gone, now that Topshop itself has closed. You’ll now find Hershesons bars at Selfridges and One New Change instead, plus the flagship salon on Berners Street. Pick from a menu of set looks, from a neat wave to the retro-glamour “Bardot”.
Selfridges, Oxford Street, W1A 1AB & One New Change, EC4M 9AG
Price: From £25–£30 for 30 minutes. Booking advised.
hershesons.com — book a blow dry
DryBy
This one replaces the old French Connection-based Blow Bar, which no longer trades. DryBy on Mortimer Street is one of London’s slicker recent additions, with upscale interiors that feel more boutique hotel than high-street salon. It’s a solid choice for a polished blowout before an evening out, and the style menu is tighter and more considered than some of the bigger chains offer.
74 Mortimer Street, W1W 7RZ
Price: From £30 for a 45-minute blow dry. Booking recommended.
dryby.co.uk — book a blow dry
Buller and Rice
A newer addition to our list: this sustainable, eco-conscious salon has built a loyal following for its blowouts and complimentary hair-health analysis. It’s the sister salon to Ralph and Rice, and a great pick if you want genuine hair care advice alongside your blow dry, not just a rushed in-and-out service. There’s also a Walthamstow branch if Newington Green isn’t convenient.
36a Newington Green, N16 9PR
Price: From £30–£35 for 30 minutes.
bullerandrice.com — book a blow dry
Dyson Beauty Lab
Part beauty bar, part try-before-you-buy showroom: Dyson’s Oxford Street space lets you get a blow dry using the brand’s own Airwrap and Supersonic tools, in a calm, purified-air setting. It’s a genuinely fun way to road-test the tech before deciding whether it’s worth the investment at home.
447 Oxford Street, W1C 2PR
Price: £35 for a wash and blow dry. Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 11am–5pm.
dyson.co.uk — find opening times & book
Aveda Institute
Bad hair morning? This place has you covered. The Aveda Institute’s “Breakfast Blow Dry” takes appointments from as early as 8am, ideal if you didn’t get round to washing your hair the night before. Breakfast comes via an in-house Le Pain Quotidien: organic granola and a coffee while you get pampered.
174 High Holborn, WC1V 7AA
Price: From £29 for 45 minutes.
The Parlour London
The London Lifestyle Awards previously shortlisted this Chiswick neighbourhood favourite for “Hairdressing Salon of the Year”, and it’s easy to see why. The signature “Bombshell Blowouts” are worth the trip west. Meanwhile, the “Upgrade Your ‘Do” add-on throws in a 10-minute head massage and conditioning treatment for just £12 more.
8 Devonshire Road, W4 2HD
Price: From £20–£30.
Neville Hair at the Bulgari Spa
For proper pampering, Neville Hair’s spot inside the Bulgari Spa in Knightsbridge is hard to beat. The “Red Carpet Programme” gets you, and your hair, ready for a big night out. While you’re there, we’d also recommend the Salt and Oil Scrub (£60).
171 Knightsbridge, SW7 1DW
Price: From £120. Appointments 7am–9pm, seven days a week.
Blo by Realhair
The Blo team trained in New York, Paris and Milan, and they skip the set-style menu entirely. Just tell your stylist what you’re after, and they’ll get to work. Walk-ins are welcome, though we’d advise booking ahead during peak hours.
18 Cale Street, SW3 3QU (sister branch at 36 Elizabeth Street, SW1A 9NZ)
Price: £25 for 30 minutes.
Hari’s Kings Road
This Chelsea institution remains the go-to for many a King’s Road regular. Vogue has long praised it for setting “the highest standards” among London’s blow dry spots, and a blow-dry here reliably lasts a good two days minimum. If you need a classic updo instead, their “Bun Bar” has you covered.
233 King’s Road, SW3 5EJ
Price: From £25.
Blow Dry Bars in London: FAQs
How much does a blow dry cost in London?
Most London blow dry bars charge between £15 and £35 for a standard 30-minute service. Express, no-frills options sit at the lower end, around £15–£20, while upscale salons like Neville Hair at the Bulgari Spa charge significantly more for a full styling programme.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
Most blow dry bars on this list accept walk-ins. That said, we’d strongly advise booking ahead, especially at peak times. The quickest, most popular slots — weekend mornings and evenings before 6pm on weekdays — fill up fast.
What’s the difference between a blow dry bar and a regular hair salon?
Blow dry bars specialise purely in styling, with no cuts or colour on offer, usually from a set menu of looks. They’re built for fast turnarounds too, typically 30 minutes, at a lower price than a full salon appointment.
How long does a professional blow dry last?
A good blow dry typically lasts one to three days, depending on hair type and the products used. Hari’s Kings Road, for instance, is famous for blowouts that hold for two days or more.
Which is the best blow dry bar in London for a special occasion?
For red-carpet-ready hair, Neville Hair at the Bulgari Spa and Hari’s Kings Road are two of London’s most reliable picks for events, weddings and big nights out.
That’s our refreshed list of the best blow dry bars in London for 2026. For more on where to get your hair cut and coloured, not just blown out, see our guide to the best hair salons in London.
