Despite the low viewership, the launch show was the most watched programme of 2009 on Channel 4, raking in 6 million viewers.

The floor pattern in the basic bedroom were changed from the red segment of the BB9 eye, to a sequence of stars, and the beds were larger and more comfortable than in BB9.

A new heated sitting area was put in place and there appeared to be no spa or pool replacement.

The smoking area, which contained a wall with dolls' faces with no eyes on, was moved for protection against the elements.

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