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Hurricane Season in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

When the season runs, how weather affects your reservation, and where to find updates before you travel.

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When is hurricane season?

According to the National Hurricane Center, the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. The season's peak is September 10, with most activity between mid-August and mid-October. Tropical activity sometimes occurs before and after these dates.

Many guests visit throughout the season. Before you travel, check the National Hurricane Center and the National Weather Service in Mobile for official forecasts.

Gulf-front Phoenix condominium tower on the beach in Orange Beach

How weather affects your reservation

  • Inclement weather alone does not qualify for a refund.
  • If civil authorities mandate an evacuation, a refund is provided for the unused portion of your rental period under our terms and conditions.
  • Cancellations made voluntarily because of weather concerns remain subject to the cancellation policy for your reservation type.
  • Standard short-term rentals have a 30-day cancellation deadline, monthly stays of 28 nights or more have a 60-day deadline, and Phoenix All Suites hotel stays require a $116 deposit at booking, which is fully refunded if the reservation is cancelled 7 or more days before arrival (no refund within 7 days of arrival).
  • Changes and cancellations cannot be processed online. Contact our reservations department.

Read the full cancellation policy and terms and conditions for deadlines, fees and exceptions.

Travel protection and storm updates

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Travel protection is optional. Covered reasons, exclusions, benefit limits, purchase deadlines and eligibility requirements determine whether a particular event is covered, and the plan documents govern. Compare plans on our Generali travel protection page.

When a storm threatens the coast, we post guest updates on our storm updates page. If an evacuation affects an upcoming reservation, contact our reservations department at 1-800-211-7892.

Guest questions

When is hurricane season in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach?

The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with a peak on September 10 and most activity between mid-August and mid-October, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Will I get a refund if a hurricane is forecast?

Inclement weather alone does not qualify for a refund. Cancellations made voluntarily because of weather concerns follow the cancellation policy for your reservation type.

What happens if there is a mandatory evacuation?

If civil authorities mandate an evacuation, a refund is provided for the unused portion of your rental period under our terms and conditions. Contact our reservations department for guidance.

What is the cancellation deadline for my stay?

Standard short-term rentals: more than 30 days before arrival, excluding the non-refundable booking payment. Monthly stays: more than 60 days before arrival, excluding the non-refundable $250 deposit. Phoenix All Suites and Phoenix All Suites West hotel stays: a $116 deposit is required at booking and is fully refunded if the reservation is cancelled 7 or more days before arrival; no refund will be provided within 7 days of arrival.

Can I move my dates instead of cancelling?

Change requests must begin more than 30 days before arrival for short-term rentals, or more than 60 days for monthly stays. A $50 change fee applies, plus tax and a convenience fee, and the new arrival date must be within 180 days of the original.

Should I buy travel protection?

Travel protection is optional. Not every weather disruption is covered; coverage depends on the policy's covered reasons, exclusions and timing requirements. Review the plan documents before you buy.

Where can I find updates during a storm?

Check our storm updates page for guest information, and the National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service for official forecasts.

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Review the policy for your reservation type, then book direct with Brett/Robinson.

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Why Book With Us

Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals is a family-owned vacation rental company in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, managing more than 1,800 condos, beach houses and hotel suites along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Guests book Gulf-front and bayfront rentals directly with the local team that operates and maintains them, including the Phoenix condominium towers, with in-house housekeeping, on-site maintenance, staffed Service Desks and 24/7 guest support. Whether you’re deciding where to stay in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach, you can compare beachfront condos, bayfront resorts and beach houses in one place.

Family-Owned & Local

Locally owned and operated beach vacation specialists in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach since 1985. We live here. Read the Brett/Robinson story.

Staffed Service Desks

Our staffed Service Desks each serve a group of nearby buildings, and our Hwy. 59 office serves our other properties. Your pre-arrival page tells you exactly where to check in.

Touchless Check-In

Use our touchless check-in or check in at the Service Desk. Your confirmation email and pre-arrival page list your exact check-in location and instructions.

In-House Housekeeping

We run our own in-house housekeeping and laundry services for fresh linens and clean accommodations, keeping properties to a high standard of cleanliness.

On-Site Maintenance

We provide on-site maintenance and security at many properties, plus regular inspections, secure access and 24/7 emergency assistance.

Area Know-How

We serve Gulf Shores (including Fort Morgan) and Orange Beach, and our specialists know the best restaurants, music venues and fishing spots. Start planning with our Gulf Shores & Orange Beach area guide.

Book direct with Brett/Robinson: reserve online, pay through the guest payment portal, and reach our reservations team at 1-800-211-7892. Browse Gulf Shores condos and Orange Beach condos.

Pets are not allowed in our condos or hotels. Pets are allowed only at Pelican Roost, WindSwept, and in Sea Oats unit 201C. A required pet fee based on length of stay, not included, applies at these rentals.

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