Originally Posted by
SanDiego1K
I found the hotel available with both points and cash for dates of interest to me. Both were nonrefundable. Unfortunately, that makes it uninteresting. It would be high risk to book something more than six months out and have to forfeit money or points if my travel plans change.
Edited to update; flexible bookings are available when booked directly with the hotel.
I rarely book prepaid. This was a rare occasion.
IME, contact the hotel reservations team and they will offer flexible rates.
Might also be worth asking them to match a Luxury Escapes or other packages direct.