Airbnb brings its Airbnb House to the 2026 Milan Olympics A hospitality hub offering unique experiences
Airbnb, as the global partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, turns an iconic corner of Milan into a temporary haven that breathes the spirit of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. From February 7 to 22, in Via Senato, right in the heart of the city’s historic center, Casa Airbnb opens its doors—an inviting space designed to welcome both locals and international visitors in an atmosphere that blends the genuine warmth of Italian hospitality with the infectious energy of elite sport. The core concept is to build a lively and dynamic meeting point, where the public can experience the Games not merely as spectators, but as active participants in a shared journey. Throughout the day, the space comes alive with live projections of the competitions on large screens, morning relaxation moments accompanied by coffee and hot drinks, and evenings that shift into the relaxed, convivial vibe typical of après-ski, complete with cocktails and carefully curated music.
The real added value lies in close encounters with a lineup of Olympic and Paralympic athletes, joined by an equal number of passionate local hosts, who take turns transforming every visit into a unique opportunity for conversation and discovery. Their personal stories—of sacrifice, resilience, victories, and deep ties to their land—become the common thread connecting sport to everyday culture. Among the most anticipated offerings are sessions led by some truly iconic names.
Deborah Compagnoni, an undisputed legend of Italian alpine skiing with three Olympic gold medals, guides participants on a journey through Valtellina flavors via a cooking session that marries traditional cuisine with mountain memories. Brent Laing, multiple world champion Canadian curler, invites guests to step onto the outdoor ice sheets and reveals the tricks and dynamics of a fascinating sport still relatively unknown in Italy. Zoe Atkin, rising British freestyle skiing talent, offers a creative moment where gastronomy and sporting adrenaline intertwine naturally. High-level Paralympic contributions are also present, including an intimate conversation with Francesca Porcellato—nicknamed “the Flying Redhead” for her legendary career spanning fifteen medals over three decades—who shares profound insights on turning challenges into inner strength and the crucial role of mental preparation.
Alongside the athletes, Milanese hosts bring layers of local authenticity. The program ranges from high-energy fitness sessions led by Chiara, former national women’s volleyball champion, ideal for kickstarting the day, to corsetry workshops hosted by Alice, who blends historic sartorial expertise with contemporary visions shaped by her London training. Lorenzo and Tiziano from VerySeri Lab lead a hands-on artisanal screen-printing lab, at the end of which each participant takes home a one-of-a-kind handmade poster. The gastronomic highlight arrives on February 22 with Norbert Niederkofler, the Michelin three-star chef renowned worldwide for his “Cook the Mountain” philosophy. In an exclusive lunch reserved for just ten guests, Niederkofler leads an experience that celebrates mountain ingredients, absolute seasonality, and short supply chains, proving how sustainability can translate into pure flavor and profound respect for the land.
The spaces themselves tell a coherent story of hospitality. The main area, a versatile living-room-like environment, alternates relaxation zones and competition-viewing spots with a coffee corner inspired by historic Milanese cafés, where contemporary design converses with touches of Italian tradition. A dedicated booking-only zone turns into a stage for workshops on food, art, fashion, and movement. The mountain lodge, nestled in an urban garden, shifts identity throughout the day: mornings focused on physical and mental well-being, evenings reborn as an informal club with cocktails, air hockey matches, and the modern reinterpretation of a Dolomites refuge vibe. The garden features an open-to-all curling rink and DJ-set evenings, making the outdoor space a natural extension of the indoor experience.
Casa Airbnb is not merely a place to visit: it is an invitation to dive into the fusion of authentic hospitality, sporting passion, and Milanese creativity. The special experiences and services are bookable now for the symbolic price of 26 euros per person directly on the dedicated site airbnb.it/casa-airbnb, giving everyone the chance to live the most widespread and inclusive Winter Games ever as a true protagonist.
