Well it's too late now, But for reference..

When the Ac goes out but you still have electric, you could get one of these

https://www.lowes.com/pd/GE-7000-BTU...ner/5000143963

You can still keep your snake room / or a room cool, for pets and people.

With the price of some hotel rooms for a few days, it could be worth the purchase, depending on your need.