November is a good month for the Alabama Gulf Coast if you want the beach without the summer crowd. The days are mild and the evenings are cool, which suits walking the shore, fishing the pier and sitting on a balcony with coffee.
Why November works
Weather. Expect mild days and cooler evenings. Pack layers and a light jacket. Swimming is a matter of personal tolerance, so plan on beach walks, shelling and sunsets.
Space. Fewer people usually means easier restaurant seating and more room on the sand.
Fishing. The resort fishing pier and boat slips are included with your stay, and the fish cleaning station is on site. Trailer parking is not included.
Where you would stay
Peach by the Beach is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo on the 5th floor of Building C at Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club. It sleeps 4. The primary bedroom has a king bed and a water view. The guest bedroom has a queen bed. The balcony looks out over Little Lagoon, and a private boardwalk leads to the beach.
Linens, towels and beach towels are provided. Wi-Fi is free. The resort has a pool, tennis courts and shuffleboard. See the resort and amenities page for details.
What to know before you book
- Minimum stay is 3 nights.
- Check-in is 4 PM and check-out is 10 AM.
- Parking: register your car at the resort office and pay the $35 fee to the resort directly.
- No pets and no smoking.
- A cleaning fee applies in addition to the nightly rate.
Book direct
Booking with us directly means the lowest rates, no service fee, direct contact with the owner and discounts for returning guests. See current availability and rates, or call 228-217-0420 or email stayatthepeach@gmail.com.
Where to eat
Lauria’s by the Beach. Italian-style plates, flatbreads, boards and a wine list at 412 W Beach Blvd. Our pick is the fruit mojito, muddled fresh. Lauria’s by the Beach
The Sloop. Tucked under the Highway 59 bridge at 103 W Canal Dr. The outdoor seating is a good fall spot, and it is our go-to for college football with plenty of big screens. The Sloop
Coastal Restaurant. Read our Orange Beach write-up.
Hours change by season, so call ahead. For more options, see the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach restaurant guide and our restaurant, marina and store recs.
Plan the rest of your trip
Browse things to do in the Gulf Shores area and visit Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism for current events. Staying into the new year? See the Polar Bear Plunge and Lulu’s New Year Noon.