My go-to hotel in Florence for years was the Atlantic Palace, and I will stay there again. 2nd next go-to is the Botticelli. Both meet your criteria. I stayed at the Paris this past March, and it was a big disappointment, not the least because of the odor of sewer gas emanating from the bathroom. I also like the Pendini, which is right in the thick of things.

https://www.atlanticpalace.it/en/
http://www.hotelbotticelli.it/
https://www.hotelpendini.it/

They all offer incredible savings if you book many months ahead of time.

Thanks for the recommendations. I will check them out. In the meantime, I have booked into Hotel Davanzati near the Uffizi, which was recommended by a work colleague.

It turns out the Botticelli is booked for our dates. I like Pendini and it's about a block away from the Davanzati and I prefer that location.

Hello everyone. I guess "lobby" wasn't the right term for what I was trying to describe. I really meant reception area and dining room as opposed to a B&B where you are in someone's home or an apartment with no reception area. I think we are satisfied with Hotel Davanzati at this point. Thanks again.

No need to explain. I think most of us had that part figured out.

Although I've never stayed there, I think you made a good choice with the Davanzati, and it'll be quieter than the Pendini. Have a great trip!

FWIW, the Tourist House Ghiberti doesn't fit that description. I still highly recommend it, just not for you and your traveling companion.

If your itinerary allows, visit the Palazzo Davanzati which is practically next door to the hotel. It's one of the lesser-known but interesting sights in Florence. We enjoyed seeing how a prosperous merchant-class family lived, and there is a wonderful lace exhibit which was a real bonus for me.

Palazzo Davanzati - Florence

GRUPPO MUSEI - BARGELLO - CAPPELLE MEDICEE - PALAZZO DAVANZATI - ORSAMICHELE - CASA MARTELLI [hours and tickets]