Dream Spa · Serving UT Austin

Eight minutes from the Tower.
Free parking when you get here.

Nails, facials, waxing, and head spa on Airport Blvd — close enough to fit between classes, far enough that campus stops following you around.

Open seven days a week · 5301 Airport Blvd, Suite 200

Getting here from campus

  • By car8 min
  • By bike or scooter15–20 min
  • By CapMetro bus20–25 min
  • From the UT Tower3.5 mi
  • Student picks from$25

Gap between classes? A classic manicure takes 30 min — parking included.

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How to get here from UT

Suite 200, on the second floor. Park anywhere in the lot — it's free, and it's nothing like campus parking.

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5301 Airport Blvd, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78751

Between North Loop and Mueller, right next to Kome Sushi. Free lot directly in front, plus bike racks on site.

  • By car8 min
  • By bike or scooter15–20 min
  • By CapMetro bus20–25 min
  • From the UT Tower3.5 mi
  • By car

    Head east on Dean Keeton St, then left onto Airport Blvd. We're on the right, next to Kome Sushi, with free parking in the lot.

    8 minutes
  • By bike or scooter

    Dean Keeton St east to Airport Blvd, then north. Mostly flat the whole way, and there are racks out front.

    15–20 minutes
  • By CapMetro bus

    Route 7 runs east on Dean Keeton toward Airport Blvd, leaving a short walk at the end.

    20–25 minutes

What UT students book most

Short ones for a gap between classes, long ones for the week after finals.

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Finals week

The head spa is the one students come back for — an hour of scalp therapy with your phone somewhere else. It books out first in December and May, so grab a slot early. What a headbath actually is.

Why UT students choose Dream Spa

Six reasons the trip up Airport Blvd is worth it.

  • Close to campus

    Eight minutes by car, 15–20 by bike. Far enough off campus to feel like a break, close enough to fit around a class schedule.

  • Prices that fit a budget

    From a $25 manicure to a full spa afternoon. Every price is published on the pricing page — nothing gets added at checkout.

  • Book around your schedule

    Online booking is open 24/7 and runs 60 days out, with evening and weekend slots for the weeks nothing else is free.

  • Free parking and bike racks

    A free lot right in front and racks for cyclists. No permit, no garage, no circling.

  • Express services

    A classic manicure or an eyebrow wax is done in 30–45 minutes, which is about one lunch break.

  • Sanitation you can check

    Hospital-grade sterilization, single-use files and buffers, and ventilation that keeps the acrylic smell down. How we clean.

Before you head over

  • Walk-ins are welcome

    Booking ahead just means you won't wait — which matters when you only have the one free hour.

  • Wear open toes

    If you're booking a pedicure, bring sandals so your polish survives the walk out.

  • Bring a friend

    Pedicure chairs sit side by side, so it works as a study break for two. Call and we'll book the pair together.

  • Gift cards travel well

    Easier to mail than a care package. Send one to a roommate, or forward this to whoever asks what you want.

Common questions

4 questions

How far is Dream Spa from UT Austin campus?

Dream Spa is just 8 minutes from UT Austin campus by car (3.5 miles) and about 15-20 minutes by bike or scooter. We're located at 5301 Airport Blvd Suite 200 near the Mueller and North Loop neighborhoods, making us easily accessible from campus.

The simplest route is Dean Keeton St east to Airport Blvd. Open the map.

Do you offer student discounts at Dream Spa?

We offer competitive pricing for all our services with options starting at $25 for manicures and $40 for pedicures. Call or text us at (512) 382-7500 to ask about current promotions or student-friendly packages.

Anything running right now is listed on the specials page.

Is there parking near Dream Spa for UT students?

Yes! We have free parking available in our lot at 5301 Airport Blvd Suite 200. It's easy to access and there's plenty of space for students coming from UT Austin campus.

If you ride instead, there are bike racks out front.

What services are most popular with UT Austin students?

UT students love our Gel Manicures ($45) for long-lasting nails, Pamper Me Pedicures ($50) for stress relief, and our Signature Head Spa treatment for ultimate relaxation during finals week. Many students also come in for quick services like our Classic Manicure ($25) between classes.

More on hours, parking, and what to expect on the location page, or read the full FAQ.

Ready for a break?

Book online in about a minute, or call and we'll find something that fits between your classes.

5301 Airport Blvd, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78751 · See all pricing