Grand Hotel

I decided to watch this on Netflix after watching and enjoying the original Spanish production, "Gran Hotel," which was extraordinarily well done. This Egyptian version is a slight alteration of that original.

I am enjoying the story, despite the lack of authentic costuming, etc. In each scene I am distracted by the hair, clothing and accessories which are more reminiscent of 1980s to early 2000-era traditional styles, and quite unlike 1950s-era fashion and grooming. Perhaps they did not have access to a budget for authentic vintage clothing or costume design and production. I find the sets to be very limited as well.

Aside from the visual limitations, the story is quite compelling due to the talented actors. I recommend it to those who enjoyed the original Spanish series.

I have never enjoyed any performance more than the wonderful heart warming performance of Mohamed Mamdouh who plays Amin in Secret of the Nile. A true pleasure to watch. The whole cast is also Great and a wonderful story. My first time seeing Egyptian actors and want to see more - thanks Netflix for showing this.

This is truly one of the best tv series I have ever watched. The acting, the music, the storyline, (even though it's taken from the original grand hotel Spanish version) the twists!! For those who like suspense, it's there from the beginning to the end with so many emotions in there. It Takes you away to another world.

This series "Secret of the Nile" took me by surprise, and within two episodes, I was hooked. The actors are first rate, each offering nuanced layers to their characters, and together the story weaves the lives of some really likable characters (even the ones you want to dislike)... into a mystery that unfolds at the right pace with twists and turns revealing shadow and light in each and every character. I watched with English subtitles and didn't miss a beat. I have been saving the last episode to watch til this week... then I will watch again from the understandings I now have of the characters. And am hoping (please!?!) for a Season 2.

The Spanish series "Gran Hotel" (2011-2013) was such an extraordinary success worldwide that it yielded another 7 remakes in different countries. Well-written plot, with surprising twists, and touch of humor, romance and mostly mystery. The original (Spanish) version features incredible whimsy with costume and hairstyles. Those series that you can't stop watching. "Secret of the Nile" is its Egyptian version. Unlike the original version, set in the early 1900s, "Secret of the Nile" recreates the plot during the 1950s.