Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture
This place is close to Lake Nojiri and Myoko Plateau.
A motor hotel that combines a sauna and accommodation.
Stop wherever you like and rest at your own pace.─
We cherish the freedom of that van lifestyle,
Relax your mind and body during your journey.
A comfortable place to stay throughout the four seasons.
WAYPOINT
HOTEL & SAUNA “WAYPOINT” is
Right next to Lake Nojiri in Shinano-machi, Nagano Prefecture
It's located quite close to Myoko.
A former boutique hotel has been fully renovated.
You can access your room directly from the parking space.
There's no need to stop by the front desk or walk down a long corridor.
Like a cottage or villa, it's a continuation of the fun
Head straight to your own space.
All guest rooms are equipped with a kitchenette and bathroom.
From short-term to medium- to long-term,
With furnishings that allow you to live as if you were in your own home,
You can return without feeling self-conscious and immediately relax.
A space that feels like your own room.
The word "motel" originated from "Motor" and "Hotel".
With the expansion of the car-dependent society, it developed as a base for road trips.
Seamlessly connecting "travel" and "staying,"
It's a free space where both cars and people can rest.
WAYPOINT reinterprets its origins in a modern way.
With a free and open-minded approach, we capture the charm of motels that once supported travelers.
We are reviving it in a way that aligns with today's lifestyle.
Van life refers to modifying vans or campervans,
It refers to a free-spirited lifestyle of living while traveling.
In the northwestern United States, particularly in Portland and Seattle,
I love the outdoors and I'm creative in making the most of limited space.
It has taken root along with the DIY spirit and sustainable values.
WAYPOINT embodies that van life culture,
It features a step-in style that allows direct entry from the car.
Furthermore, to allow you to rest your mind and body during your journey,
We have a full-fledged sauna.
Stop by during your travels and take a breather amidst the rhythm of nature.
We propose this kind of free and flexible travel style.
In Portland and Seattle,
Fostering a new culture while preserving old buildings.
A sustainable mindset is deeply ingrained in our daily lives.
Through crafts, local communities, and renovations,
A fertile ground for both people and places to mature together is thriving here.
WAYPOINT also inherits those values.
A boutique hotel built 50 years ago has been meticulously renovated.
While loosely connecting with local people and culture,
To attract new sensibilities and activities
We aim to create a "new local" hub.
Cherishing the old while nurturing a new way of life.
We embody that spirit here in Shinano-machi.
The WAYPOINT logo is the initial letter W,
This symbol is modeled after a hotel with a triangular roof.
Add a line that evokes steam rising from deep within the roof.
A simple expression of the comfort of a hotel and sauna.
A moment of relaxation during the journey, a warmth and
It conveys that it's a playful place.
The sauna at WAYPOINT is
A thrilling travel experience that combines nature and playfulness.“
Groundwater bath and van modification gimmicks,
From the features of a full-fledged sauna to the enjoyment of the four seasons,
We pay attention to every detail so that even a short stay can be deeply enjoyed.
