Hello all. I've read a lot of information on this forum but still curious for more. My husband and I will be visiting Italy in September, starting off in Rome for 2 nights followed by Florence for 4 nights. I've looked into several of the hotels in the RS 2016 book, some of which are booked already, but would like your recommendations too. Rome I think we're not so set on the Italian experience, just the comforts of home while we get our bearings. We'll be out of there in a flash anyway. We will most likely do a walking tour and visit the ancient Rome sites and the Vatican before taking the train to Florence. We will use the Hop-on/Hop-off bus most of the time while we're there (which is not long), so maybe that's a consideration? In Florence I think the Italian experience would be nice, but not a B&B.
Looking in the $150 to $200 US range please. Something with a rooftop terrace bar would be especially great. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Happy travels!