A Four in a Bed contestant broke down in tears just moments into the episode.
Father-daughter team Dennis and Holly were competing in the show, which broadcast a repeat episode on Saturday.
The pair had been first to host their rivals at their Norwich B&B, impressing them with the spotless standards and Holly’s culinary talents at breakfast.
So taken were the guests that when the final round arrived, Holly and Dennis were showered with such glowing feedback that she became emotional.
During payment day, the duo heard responses from Kent hosts Harry and Sarah, Oxfordshire B&B proprietor Dawn, and Ollie, who runs a boutique hotel in Kent, reports Cambridgeshire Live.
View 5 ImagesThe contestant was left in tears moments in the episode(Image: Channel 4)
While Ollie settled the full amount owed for his visit, Dawn deducted £10 citing the absence of a wardrobe in her room and unclean windows.
Addressing her remarks, Dennis confessed: “I’m genuinely disappointed by [the windows] because our standards should be much higher and generally are, so apologise for that. Not good enough.”
He subsequently told the camera: “Taking the money off was arguably a bit harsh, but I get it. We can’t complain too much, although it was uncomfortable.”
View 5 ImagesThe final episode saw four sets of B&B owners go head to head(Image: Channel 4)
Dawn, however, defended her position, stating: “I stand by my payment because I believe that a wardrobe is a facility that should be in a B&B. And the window not being clean, everything should be spotless.”
Yet Harry and Sarah adopted a completely different approach, and actually paid Holly and Dennis more than expected for their accommodation. After presenting them with a £12 overpayment, Harry praised: “We had an amazing stay at your place. Everything you needed and more.”
Overwhelmed by his kind words, Holly broke down in tears, saying: “Thank you, sorry I get really emotional!”
View 5 ImagesOne competitor chose to underpay Holly and Dennis after issues raised with their stay(Image: Channel 4)
Sarah, also becoming emotional, responded: “You’ll get me going!”
“It means a lot,” Holly added, while Harry later told the camera: “They ticked every box,” as Sarah commented: “They rival some of the best hotels that I’ve ever stayed in.”
Holly continued: “It means so much for us, and we’ve put so much into the business.”
View 5 ImagesThe father-daughter duo were thrilled to win(Image: Channel 4)
Shortly afterwards, it emerged that Harry and Sarah’s overpayment had secured Holly and Dennis the top spot.
“I’m delighted,” Dennis said, as Holly added: “It’s the best feeling.”
He joked in front of the group: “We are all winners, but we’re the best winners.”
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Dennis then told his daughter: “I’m very proud of Holly,” as she replied: “It wouldn’t be possible without you!”
Four in a Bed is available to watch on Channel 4.