HOTEL SWAY yugawara, an Oceanfront Resort with All Rooms Facing the Sea, to Open on July 18, 2026 – Pre-Booking for Rebranding Opening Commemorative Plan Now Available

Blue Sky Associates Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Takehito Kaneko) announces the complete renovation of the seaside resort hotel 'La Classe du Chenega' in Yugawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, rebranding it as 'HOTEL SWAY yugawara,' with a grand reopening scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Located on a hilltop overlooking Sagami Bay, just about 90 minutes from central Tokyo, this oceanfront resort features all rooms with panoramic sea views. Guests can enjoy expansive ocean and sky vistas through large windows, savor a long-beloved original French course menu, and unwind to the soothing sounds of waves. The pool experience has been enhanced to better blend with the ocean, and a new café has opened poolside, offering sweets crafted by the hotel’s in-house patissier.

Responding to guest requests to 'spend a relaxing seaside holiday with my dog,' the hotel has prepared eight 'Dog-Friendly Rooms.' Meals for guests will be delivered directly to the room, allowing pet owners to enjoy quality time with their dogs without worrying about leaving them unattended.

HOTEL SWAY yugawara aims to offer a holiday centered around slow, unhurried relaxation—without over-scheduling. Guests are invited to unwind at a comfortable, home-like pace, enjoying a free and luxurious 'summer reward time' by the sea.

About the Rebranding Opening Commemorative Plan

Summer travel, while enjoyable, often involves significant planning: transportation, crowds, heat, meal arrangements, children’s activities, and time management—more than many anticipate.

HOTEL SWAY yugawara proposes not an active, fast-paced summer getaway, but a tranquil seaside retreat that allows guests to step away from heat, crowds, and daily routines to gently unwind both body and mind.

'Staying in your room, gazing at the sea and sky' 'Savoring original French cuisine and desserts crafted by the hotel’s patissier' 'Relaxing by the pool, listening to waves, and enjoying moments of stillness'

You don’t need to travel far or cram your itinerary with sightseeing. At HOTEL SWAY yugawara, a fulfilling summer day unfolds naturally within the hotel and its surroundings. Through this stay, guests can release the fatigue of summer and restore their physical and mental well-being.

Guest Rooms Designed for Different Stay Styles

All 32 rooms at HOTEL SWAY yugawara offer ocean views. Additionally, rooms are categorized by floor to suit different guest preferences.

Horizon Floor

Located on the 3rd and 4th floors, the Horizon Floor offers elevated views and a more exclusive, premium experience.

Guests can immerse themselves in the horizon of Sagami Bay, surrounded by the sea, light, breeze, and the sound of waves. Room types include Junior Suite, Mezzanine Suite, Superior Room, and Double Room.

Shore Floor

Situated on the 2nd floor, the Shore Floor provides a calm and casual atmosphere, ideal for guests seeking a relaxed, effortless stay.

In addition to Superior and Double Rooms, this floor features Dog-Friendly Rooms for guests traveling with their pets.

Limited Dog-Friendly Rooms (8 rooms)

In response to guest demand for 'spending a seaside holiday with my dog,' eight dedicated rooms have been prepared. Just 90 minutes from central Tokyo, guests can enjoy a stress-free vacation with their dogs at this seaside hotel overlooking Sagami Bay—without the strain of long travel or unfamiliar environments. Wake up with your dog in a room filled with the feeling of the sea. During the day, take leisurely walks along the coast of Yugawara and Manazuru. Rest in your room during the hottest hours, and enjoy peaceful evenings listening to the waves.

※ For details on eligibility, permitted dog breeds, accessible areas, provided amenities, and important notes, please refer to the official website.

Dining at Restaurant 'Le Phare': Original French Cuisine and Pastry Chef’s Desserts

On the first floor, 'Le Phare' restaurant continues the legacy of creative French cuisine from the previous hotel, while incorporating local ingredients and seasonal flavors from the Yugawara and Manazuru areas.

The course concludes with 'Crème d'Anjou,' a dessert meticulously crafted by the hotel’s pastry chef, who won a silver prize at a national Western confectionery competition.

From appetizer to main course and final dessert, all enjoyed in a restaurant overlooking the sea—this culinary experience adds a luxurious and memorable touch to your 'summer reward stay' at HOTEL SWAY yugawara.

Resort Time at Poolside Café 'The Cove'

On the first floor poolside, 'The Cove' offers a resort-like open atmosphere where guests can enjoy sweets and drinks prepared by the hotel’s pastry team.

Whether spending time with family and friends, quietly reading a book, or simply relaxing by the water—feeling close to the sea while staying safely within the hotel premises defines the unique summer resort experience at HOTEL SWAY yugawara.

Facility Overview

HOTEL SWAY yugawara is a seaside resort located on a hilltop overlooking Sagami Bay in the Yugawara-Manazuru area of Kanagawa Prefecture, just about 90 minutes from central Tokyo. All rooms offer ocean views.

The sea, sun, wind, moon, and sound of waves—nature’s gentle 'sway' that reaches the senses from the balcony.

By adding fresh perspectives to local culture and specialties, the hotel envelops guests in a comforting 'undulation' of hospitality that gently stirs the senses and releases tension. In the spacious Yugawara-Manazuru region, guests can enjoy a high-quality stay without strain or pretense.

The hotel offers a 'local comfort' experience—cherishing the moment with family and with oneself.

Former Facility Name: La Classe du Chenega

Address: 69 Yoshikata, Yugawara-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa 259-0312

Opening Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026

Number of Rooms: 32

Dog-Friendly Rooms: 8

Floors & Room Types: 3rd–4th Floors – Horizon Floor: Junior Suite, Mezzanine Suite, Superior Room, Double Room 2nd Floor – Shore Floor: Superior Room, Double Room, Dog-Friendly Superior Room, Dog-Friendly Double Room

Restaurant: 1F 'Le Phare'

Café: 1F Poolside 'The Cove'

Features: All rooms with ocean views, seaside location overlooking Sagami Bay, small luxury, original French cuisine, pool, dog-friendly rooms

Concept: A seaside moment of relaxation, wrapped in nature’s gentle sway.

Official Website & Reservation Page: https://hotelsway.jp/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sway_yugawara

Project Members

- Planning & Development: Blue Sky Associates Co., Ltd. - Operations: Ever Blue Sky Co., Ltd. - Ownership: Sakurasaku Powers Co., Ltd. - Architectural Interior Design & Supervision: Puddle Inc. - Architectural Design, Supervision & Construction: Ecole Co., Ltd. - Furniture Design & Production: Wright Co., Ltd. - Signage Design & Installation: Fure Co., Ltd.