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Melbourne Central · Since 1991

Good hair. Since ’91.

Colour, balayage and cutting on the ground floor of Melbourne Central. Walk in, or call ahead.

Call 0499 927 027 Find the salon

Mon to Sat, from 10am

Where
Ground floor, Melbourne Central
Getting here
Above Melbourne Central station
Today
Mon to Sat, from 10am
Walk-ins
Welcome, no appointment needed
I was welcomed by the friendly staff as a walk-in and given a wash, cut and style that I absolutely adore.
Georgia Lyn Local Guide · Google review
Long brunette layers blow-dried into a soft curl, cut and styled at Roi Hair
The Roi Hair shopfront on the ground floor of Melbourne Central, lit wordmark above a timber-framed door

Roi Hair

Melbourne’s enduring style icon.

Nestled in the heart of the city, Roi Hair is a true Melbourne institution.

Proudly holding the title of the longest-standing original tenant in Melbourne Central, we have been shaping trends, building relationships, and styling the city since the shopping centre first opened its doors in 1991.

Under the expert direction of owner Sam Liassos, Roi Hair has witnessed decades of city evolution while remaining a steadfast beacon of consistent quality, warmth, and exceptional hairdressing.

What sets us apart

Unmatched Heritage
As Melbourne Central’s original and longest-surviving tenant, our history is woven into the fabric of the Melbourne CBD. For over three decades, generations of Melburnians have trusted us with their hair.
Master Craftsmanship
Led by Sam Liassos, our team specialises in precision cutting, stunning colour work, and complex colour corrections. Whether you are after a complete transformation or a subtle refresh, our technical expertise delivers flawless results.
Generations of Loyalty
Our greatest achievement isn’t just our longevity. It is the people. We are deeply proud of our incredibly loyal clients, many of whom have been walking through our doors for decades, growing alongside the salon and becoming part of the extended Roi Hair family.
At Roi Hair, it’s never just about hair. It’s about connection, trust, and a passion for the craft that has kept us thriving in the heart of Melbourne since 1991.
Sam Liassos · Owner
More about the salon

Walk-ins welcome. Ground floor, Melbourne Central. Colour and balayage. Above Melbourne Central station. Cutting and styling. Trading since 1991. 124 Google reviews. Colour correction. Melbourne Central’s original tenant. Foils and highlights. Open Monday to Saturday.

What Roi does

Cutting, colour
and smoothing

Colour is quoted on the day, because what it takes depends on your length, where your hair is starting and how far you want to move. Call or come in and someone will look at it and tell you.

Ask about your hair Read more about all six services

More from Google

Read all 124 reviews on Google
Sunlit blonde balayage, coloured at Roi Hair
“Been coming here for several years and service has always been consistent and super friendly. … Also very LGBTIQ+ friendly and have always felt safe here as a transgender woman.”
Michelle Sheppard Local Guide
“The blow dry was honestly one of the best I’ve ever had. I felt completely at ease the entire time.”
Jo & Matt Burns Walk-in, visiting from Adelaide
“Got my hair done by Julie today, she did a no bleach balayage that came out exactly as the inspo pic!”
Shravya Akkapeddi Google review
“Jess, one of the salon owners, is truly exceptional at what she does.”
Alisha Mcgennisken Client of several years

Questions

The things people
ask at the desk.

Anything not covered here, call 0499 927 027 or come up and ask.

Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?

Both work. Roi takes walk-ins, which is rather the point of being on the ground floor of Melbourne Central. If you want a particular stylist, or a longer colour service, call 0499 927 027 first so we can hold the time.

Where exactly are you inside Melbourne Central?

Ground floor, Melbourne Central, 300 Lonsdale Street. That is the Lonsdale Street side of the centre, one level up from the station. Come in from Lonsdale Street, from Swanston Street, or straight up from the station concourse.

Do you cut men’s hair too?

Yes. Roi has cut, coloured and styled for men and women since 1991. Same chairs, same team.

Can you fix a colour that has gone wrong?

Yes, colour correction is one of the things Roi does most. Bring it in or send a photo first on 0499 927 027 and someone will tell you honestly what it will take. Depending on what is in your hair already, getting it right can mean more than one visit, and we would rather say that up front than halfway through.

How do I find out what my colour will cost?

Call 0499 927 027 and describe what you have and what you want, or drop in and show us. Colour pricing depends on your length, your starting colour and how far you want to move, so a real answer beats a guessed range.

Do you do wedding and occasion hair?

Yes. Upstyles for weddings, formals and any night your hair has to go up and stay up. Call ahead for these, because they take a booked chair rather than a walk-in one.

All the questions

Visit and enquiries

Come in, or get in touch.

Mon to Sat, from 10am

Opening hours

Mon to Wed
10am to 6pm
Thursday
10am to 8pm
Fri and Sat
10am to 6pm
Sunday
Closed

Or send the details and the salon will come back to you. If you want an answer today, calling is faster, and if you would rather just show us the hair, walk in.

Or text a photo of your hair to 0499 927 027 and someone will tell you what it will take.

From the station

Directly underneath us. Up the escalators into the atrium, then stay on the ground level.

From Lonsdale Street

Number 300 is the frontage. Through the ground floor doors and you are already on our level.

From Swanston Street

In at the corner, shot tower on your right, then round the ground floor toward Lonsdale.

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