The travel arrangements were fine and as travellers who usually book everything independently, it was good to discover that Hurtigruten seem to have everything down to a fine art. They also give you plenty of information before you leave home.
We arrived on time at the ship, MS Richard With, where our cabin was ready for our occupation immediately. The cabins are small but very comfortable and have everything you need. It was very clean. The shower room was tiny and if you were a large person you might find the shower difficult. Luckily this was not the case for us.
Food was generally of a high standard and we found the staff in the dining room pleasant and helpful. We had booked breakfast and dinner only, thinking we might be off the boat some days. When we were on board we had light snacks from the cafe area, which were very good indeed.
Small cabin with twin bunks, one converted to a sofa. Compact shower/WC. Very clean and fresh. Good size window onto deck 5. But be prepared that passengers can walk past your window. Quiet situation towards the stern. Loading/unloading at the ports at night was not disturbing.