The state-of-the-art Sepang International Circuit was officially opened on March 9, 1999. It was completed in a record of 14 months and with the recognition of its ultramodern facilities, it was given the honour to incorporate the F1 logo in its name. Situated 85km from Kuala Lumpur city centre, it is accessible via modern North-South Expressway, Railway Links and a network of Highways. Being closely situated to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport makes it an ideal place for world-class international events. With the length of 5.543 km, the track features 15 turns and 8 straights with access speed of more than 300km/h. the track allows ample opportunities for overtaking, ensuring a suspense and thrills of the race.

In all, the track can accommodate up to 130,000 spectators at a time. It can fill up the grand stand with 32,000 spectators at the Main Grand Stand and 18 corporate suites. New Grand Stand K and F, which can fill up another 18,500 spectators facing, turn 1 and 7 respectively. The 1.3 km length of double frontage grandstand affords a view of the circuit’s longest straight.

Offering lightning fast straights, heart-stopping corners and non-stop high speed action, the Sepang F1 Circuit is recognized as one of the worlds most sophisticated and exciting F1 circuit. Not only that, it is located approximately 90 kilometers from our hotel!

At 5.5 km in length, this circuit comprises of a complex series of uphill and downhill turns built into the natural topography of the track site providing a unique challenge to both driver and car. Especially since it boasts varied curve types in its 15 turns and 8 straights that allows for speeds of 90 to 310 km/hour.

This unique design is in accordance with F1 specifications, providing some of the best racing for both drivers and spectators alike. Not only does the track host F1 events, it also hosts international motorbike racing events and local car racing events.The Malaysian Grand Prix is the only Formula 1 race ever to be staged on the Asian sub-continent. Sepang's huge double-frontage grandstand that faces the back straight and the start-finish straight seats 75,000 race fans.The circuit's full name is Sepang F1 circuit, making it the only track in the world allowed to use the prefix 'F1' in its title.

The track has 18,000 purpose-built parking spaces. No Silverstone-style parking nightmares at Sepang! With a width of 16 metres Sepang is one of the widest tracks in the world. Sepang was voted the most challenging track on the grand prix calendar by Formula 1 drivers in 1999.The circuit is the first one in the world to be equipped with electronic marshals' posts which flash coloured lights to the drivers instead of flags. The construction of the Sepang circuit took 14 months, costing RM286 million. At times, there were well over 1,000 people working on the site.

The grandstand is constructed along the east-west alignment to ensure shade from the sun’s glare at all times. The heart of the circuit and focal point is the three-storey Pit Building, facing the main grand stand. All the main facilities are housed here 33 Pits, Race Control Room, Time – Keeping Room, Paddock Clubs and management offices.

The administrative block for Sepang F1 Circuit is the Welcome Centre, which also serve as the gateway to the Main Grand Stand. Apart form the offices; it also housed the Sepang Circuit Shoppe, a restaurant and an exhibition hall. The track is electronically linked through a network of fibre optic cabling system along the track to 27 closed circuit TV cameras, which is centrally monitored at the Race Control Room. Every incident along the 5.543km circuit is recorded by the cameras and will be closely watched by the clerk of the course during events. Safety is the utmost importance and for that Sepang F1 Circuit has a special block dedicated for its Medical Centre. It is situated next to the Pit Building and during major events; this block will be transformed into a fully equipped mini hospital.

Sculptured on a 260 hectare oil palm plantation, Sepang F1 circuit sets records from the moment it had its earth-breaking ceremony. Built with the concept of a 'natural stadium', it required more than 9 million cubic meters of earth to be removed. To retain its scenic green, more than 5,000 palm trees were planted around the circuit. As time goes by, more trees were planted further adding to the beauty of the circuit.

The 5,543 meter long track features 15 corners and 8 straights including two high-speed stretches. With a minimum width of 16 meters, the track allows ample opportunities for overtaking, ensuring a suspenseful and thrilling race. The widest part of the track spreads up to 22 meters. The circuit can be split in to two circuits when required. The split circuits are situated on both sides of the circuit, the north side, and the south side with lengths of 2.8 km and 2.6 km, so two races can run concurrently.

When you first step foot at the circuit, you will pass through the Welcome Centre, the gateway to the grandstand and the nerve centre for the circuits administrative activities. Apart from housing offices, the Welcome Centre also houses a restaurant, a souvenir shop, and an automotive museum. The heart and focal point of the circuit is the Pit Building. Facing the main grandstand, all the racing facilities are housed here: 33 pits, race control center, time-keeping room, paddock clubs, and race management offices.

Each of the fully air-conditioned pit boxes are 8 meters wide, and 24 meters long. Each block of two pits has three air-conditioned offices equipped with telecommunication lines, team common room (team hospitality area), and a kitchen.

The exclusive paddock clubs on the first floor comes with their own parking and private access. For royal and VIP guests, there is the Perdana Suite situated on the second floor of the pit building that can accommodate 250 people. A landscaped mall area has been designed with the purpose of connecting the north and south grandstand to form the Main Grandstand area. In the main grandstand is the prime location for trade and vending, exhibition, food and beverage, amenities, and souvenir outlets during any racing event.