Valencia hosts the season-ending MotoGP race and has embraced Formula E racing on its street circuit. The permanent circuit's amphitheatre design gives spectators views of nearly the entire track.
Circuit Ricardo Tormo is a permanent racing circuit, located in Cheste, Valencia. Drivers cover 4.005 km (2.489 miles) and 14 corners each lap, run clockwise.
The circuit opened in 1999 and holds FIA Grade 2 licensing. It appears on the MotoGP, Formula E and Road Course calendars. Around 165,000 spectators can attend.
The Valencian government built the circuit at Cheste to serve as the centre of the region's motorsport industry and a training base for young Spanish riders and drivers. Construction started in 1998 and it opened on 19 September 1999, with a 4 km lap of fourteen corners — nine left, five right — and an 876-metre main straight.
It was named for Ricardo Tormo, the Valencian rider who won two 50cc world championships and died of leukaemia in December 1998, aged 46, while the circuit was being built. The naming was proposed by his friends Jorge Martínez Aspar and Ángel Nieto. Its bowl shape puts most of the lap in view of the grandstands, and for many years it closed the MotoGP season, which made it the place championships were settled.
6 curated properties, sorted by distance from the circuit
HOTEL · $$ · 25.3 km from circuit
Elegant hotel in a converted 19th-century building with lush gardens, near the circuit. The drive to Circuit Ricardo Tormo takes about 27 minutes (15.7 miles). Facilities include spa, pool, and restaurant.
Visit websiteHOTEL · 26.6 km from circuit
Visit websiteHOTEL · 26.7 km from circuit
Visit websiteHOTEL · 27.7 km from circuit
Visit websiteHOTEL · 33.5 km from circuit
Visit websiteRESORT · $$$ · 33.8 km from circuit
Beachfront luxury resort on Malvarrosa beach with spa and Michelin-starred dining. The drive to Circuit Ricardo Tormo takes about 32 minutes (21 miles). Facilities include pool.
Visit websiteNearest Airport: Valencia Airport (VLC) — approximately 25 km from the circuit
The circuit is at Cheste, about 25 km west of Valencia. An official shuttle bus service runs on race weekends. There is a Cercanias station at the circuit roughly 20 minutes' walk from the entrance, but the Valencia-Cheste commuter line has been out of service since storm damage in October 2024, so check before relying on it.
Hotels near Circuit Ricardo Tormo typically sell out 3-6 months before major race weekends, including the MotoGP. For the best rates and widest selection, book as soon as race dates are officially confirmed. Early bookers can save 30-50% compared to last-minute rates.
Expect to pay $200-500 per night during race weekends, compared to $80-180 during off-peak periods. Properties within 5km of the circuit command the highest premiums. Consider hotels in Valencia centre for better value — the slightly longer commute is offset by lower rates, more dining options, and a livelier atmosphere in the evenings.
Flexible cancellation policies are worth the small premium — race weekends can be rescheduled. Many hotels near Circuit Ricardo Tormo offer free cancellation up to 48-72 hours before check-in during race weekends.
Visiting Circuit Ricardo Tormo for a race weekend? Here are essential tips to make the most of your trip to Valencia, Valencia. The circuit holds up to 165,000 spectators, so plan for large crowds on race day.
Circuit Ricardo Tormo is located in Valencia, Valencia. The nearest airport (VLC) is approximately 25 km away. Most hotels near the circuit are within a 5-30 minute drive.
We recommend browsing all 6 curated properties above to find the best match for your budget, travel style, and race weekend plans. Each property has been selected for its proximity to the circuit and quality of service.
Expect to pay $200-500 per night during major race weekends at Circuit Ricardo Tormo, compared to $80-180 during off-peak periods. Booking 3-6 months in advance typically secures the best rates.
Yes, Circuit Ricardo Tormo provides parking facilities for race weekend visitors. Parking fills up quickly on race day — arriving before 8am is recommended. Many visitors prefer to book hotels with parking included.
For the best rates and availability, book your accommodation 3-6 months before the MotoGP at Circuit Ricardo Tormo. Hotels within 10km of the circuit sell out first.