I did a search of the forums, and checked the RS France guide, but have had no luck finding a recommendation for a "Rick Steves style" hotel in the Dijon City Center, pedestrian zone, area. Does anyone have any recommendations? Many thanks.
The MGallery or Design Hotels in the town center are lovely.
Not a hotel, but an apartment we loved, in May 2022: Logis des Fremyot, on booking.com as "Luxury Flat in Dijon." 80-something Euros a night, quiet, comfy, great central location. Nice owners on site.
Even if you can't (or won't) afford the MGallery, have a look at its restaurant (La Cloche), it was really quite good when I visited a few years ago, and reviews still look solid.