Coleen, despite the comments above, I'd give them a try. It's a bed and a shower and its right there. I did not find the food at the restaurant objectionable. Just nothing special. There are NOT a lot of alternatives in East End.

Re early boarding using owners time. You are received and treated like a regular DYC charterer. The posted boarding time is 5p. Just check with them. If they can do it, they'll help you out.