Transport Hotel begins refurbishment at Fed Square, including planned changes to its rooftop bar

Transport Hotel at Melbourne’s Fed Square is undergoing a top-to-bottom refurbishment, with work starting at its rooftop bar, according to multiple reports. The outlets describe the hotel’s long presence at Fed Square, noting that it has operated through two decades of varying periods of success and change at the precinct. The current redevelopment is framed as a new effort to refresh the venue and lift its profile as a dining destination. All sources focus on the same starting point: renovations that begin with the rooftop bar area, with broader upgrades expected as part of a wider overhaul. The reports do not provide specific details on timelines, cost, or the full list of changes, but they agree that the refurbishment is significant in scale and intended to modernise the property. Overall, the coverage presents the project as the next phase in Transport Hotel’s ongoing role at Fed Square, aiming to improve the venue’s experience and appeal in its central city setting.