She’s clearly in it for the love of the game. Or in this case, the slopes. (After all, how does one qualify as a 40-plus-year-old, unless you’re in it for the love of the game)? But having said that, Lindsey Vonn may do more for these Olympics than broadcast from the stands.
The Best of Cortina
When Lindsey isn’t competing in the Olympics, she’s taking in the best of Cortina. This includes all the haunts that only someone who has skied every mountain worth skiing and après’d in every chalet worth toasting would know.
Favorite Track for Skiing: Olimpia delle Tofane
Lindsey Vonn’s Favorite Cortina Restaurants
Lindsey Vonn needs to refuel somewhere worthy of her pedigree. This means only the top tables in Cortina will do, if she’s going to keep pace with the mountains. These are some of her favorites.
El Brite di Larieto
El Brite de Larieto is one of Cortina’s most respected farm‑to‑table spots, known for chef Riccardo Gaspari’s hyperlocal cooking. The specialty is the house‑made casunziei and dishes built around their own dairy products.
Rifugio Duca D’Aosta
Rifugio Duca d’Aosta is a classic mid‑mountain stop on Tofana, popular for lunch and for its winter dinners that require advance booking. The signature here is the spit‑roasted meats, which has been drawing in skiers since 1938.
Al Passetto
Al Passetto is a small, local favorite in town with a straightforward menu that leans into seafood pastas and Venetian‑influenced dishes. Their spaghetti alle vongole is the standout.
5 Torri
Ristorante 5 Torri is a long‑running Cortina institution known for traditional mountain cooking and wood‑fired specialties. The casoncelli and grilled meats are what regulars come back for.
Where Linsey Vonn Should Stay
Of course, Lindsey will need a place to rest her head. We happen to think that she deserves more than the basics of the Olympic Village. These are the top 3 places that come to mind that are worthy of Lindsey Vonn.
Ancora Cortina
Ancora Cortina is one of the town’s oldest and most iconic addresses. Originally built in 1826, it has now been fully reimagined for a June 2025 reopening. It’s positioned right on Corso Italia and known for its design‑forward rooms, intimate spa, and a renewed focus on contemporary Alpine hospitality.
Hotel de Len
Hotel de Len brings a modern, sustainability‑driven approach to the center of Cortina. It’s built almost entirely around locally sourced wood, and clean, minimalist design. Opened in early 2022, you will recognize it for its wellness program and a rooftop spa that leans into the regenerative power of the mountains.
Cristallo Resort & Spa
Cristallo Resort & Spa is Cortina’s grande dame — the first true five‑star luxury hotel in the Dolomites. It has a long reputation for classic elegance, a full wellness center, and panoramic mountain views. To this day, it remains one of the area’s most established luxury stays, complete with an indoor pool, multiple restaurants, and spacious rooms with spa‑style bathrooms.
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FAQs
Q: Is Hotel Cristallo in Cortina open year-round?
A: No, at the moment, Hotel Cristallo in Cortina is not open year‑round. In fact, it isn’t open at all right now. The property closed for a full renovation in 2023 and is scheduled to reopen in summer 2025 as the newly reimagined Mandarin Oriental Cristallo, Cortina. This will be just in time for the Winter Olympics.
Q: Do I need a reservation to eat at Rifugio Duca D’Aosta in Cortina?
A: For lunch, you might be okay with a walk-in. But for dinner, they will seat you only if you you have a reservation.
Q: How long is the skiing track Olimpia delle Tofane?
A: The Olimpia delle Tofane run is roughly 2.56 km long (about 1.59 miles).
