Key International develops and invests in condominiums, hotels, multifamily housing, retail, offices, and mixed-use properties across the southeastern United States, Spain, and Portugal. Its projects target residents, hotel guests, tenants, investors, and communities seeking lifestyle-oriented real estate in distinctive locations.
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AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort — Phase IISt. Augustine Beach42 units | 7.6/ 10 | 7.5/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.3/5 · 1,627 reviews · tripadvisor.com Booking.com 9.1/10, 9/10 · 744 reviews · booking.com Combined from 3 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 7.5. | 7.2/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.7/5, 3.8/5, 4.4/5, 4.1/5, 4.3/5 · 1,627 reviews · tripadvisor.com Booking.com 9/10, 9.1/10, 9.1/10, 7.7/10, 9.2/10, 8.6/10 · 744 reviews · booking.com Combined from 11 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 7.2. |
Tripadvisor has the largest review base and its 4.3/5 rating converts to 7.9/10 under the supplied curve. The smaller Booking.com, Expedia and KAYAK aggregates are more favorable, while the written themes show strong amenities and staff alongside recurring operational problems and limited serious HVAC incidents; the resulting evidence-led resident-experience score is 7.6, with structure scored separately at 7.8 and living at 7.7. | |||
Booking.com reports high physical-facility scores—Facilities 9.1/10, Cleanliness 9.1/10 and Comfort 9.0/10. Countervailing Tripadvisor reports include “No power, no A/C,” a separate account of “Mold and roof leak dripping on us in the shower,” and complaints about beach-restoration machinery; these are individual or limited reports rather than evidence of a confirmed systemic defect. | Guests repeatedly praise the beach setting, pool, breakfast and warm staff: one called the staff “always with a smile and willing to help,” while another described the property as “clean, quiet” with a “lovely hot breakfast.” Negative feedback centers on costly valet parking, missed housekeeping, difficult check-in and weak follow-through; a recent complaint said repeated requests for management contact produced “nothing.” | ||
| SavioDelray Beach420 units | 7.6/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.1/ 10 |
Bozzuto’s 4.2/5 rating from 275 resident ratings is the largest published review base and sets the 7.0 anchor. The written commentary is strongly positive overall, with repeated praise for staff, maintenance and cleanliness, but the recurring garbage/pest issue modestly offsets that praise; no reliable structure score is supported. | |||
Published resident comments provide only limited physical-condition evidence. One Apartments.com reviewer said “walls are pretty thin,” while another mentioned “countertops leaving stains”; no review-based evidence located here establishes a major framework, plumbing, HVAC, electrical or waterproofing failure. | Day-to-day feedback is predominantly favorable: residents describe staff as “kind, considerate and professional,” common areas as “spotless,” and management as responding “instantaneously.” The main operational negatives are a reported open-top dumpster causing “garbage smell” and “mosquitos and bugs,” plus one resident’s complaint of “ongoing problems with maintenance communication and scheduling”; another review noted amenity access limited to 9 AM–6 PM. | ||
| Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort Pier ParkPier Park, Panama City Beach255 units | 7.2/ 10 | 6.4/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.1/5 · 262 reviews · tripadvisor.com Tripadvisor publishes 4.1/5 from 262 reviews. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 6.4. | 6.6/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.7/5 · 262 reviews · tripadvisor.com Tripadvisor 3.9/5, 4.1/5, 4/5, 4.1/5 · 262 reviews · tripadvisor.com Combined from 5 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 6.6. |
Expedia’s 8.8/10 aggregate from 1,353 guest reviews is the largest review base and converts to 7.6/10 under the guest-rating curve. Tripadvisor’s 4.2/5 from 262 reviews converts to approximately the same level, so it does not create a material dissent. Repeated operational complaints justify a modest downward adjustment, while repeated praise for location, staff, breakfast and amenities keeps the result above the anchor’s midpoint. | |||
Physical feedback is mixed rather than evidence of a major structural failure. One stay found contemporary furnishings, adequate water pressure and very cold A/C, while another reported that the shower diverter was only "about 50% effective" and that bathroom tiles needed scrubbing; Tripadvisor’s published room score was 4.1/5. | Daily life is strongest on location, breakfast, pool and staff: guests describe the property as walkable to Pier Park and praise the "made-to-order omelette," while multiple reviews call valet and other staff friendly. Operations are uneven, with reports of no pool towels, long reception lines, delayed rooms and repeated requests for towels or supplies; one guest reported nighttime traffic noise that made the floor vibrate. | ||
| The HarbourNorth Miami Beach / Biscayne Boulevard waterfront (crossroads of Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach and North Miami Beach), North Miami Beach425 units | 7.1/ 10 | —/ 10 | 6.8/ 10 |
The Google aggregate of 3.9/5 from 123 reviews sets the level and converts to approximately 6.7/10 under the specified curve. The written feedback is divided between strong praise for upkeep, amenities, staff and community and repeated management or approval complaints, producing a modest net adjustment to 6.8; the infrastructure evidence is too limited to support a separate structure score. | |||
The available physical-condition feedback is limited and mixed. One verified resident review says “Infrastructure problems still going on after 2 years,” while another reviewer said the building is “always clean and well-maintained”; a separate complaint alleged unbearable mosquitoes and said the building was “built on a swamp.” | Reviews describe a generally amenity-rich community with pleasant staff: residents praised the “full aspect of amenities,” cordial neighbours and a front desk that was “so pleasant.” The negative accounts focus on administration and access, including a board that allegedly went silent for a week, repeated rental denials, and valet or management described as rude. | ||
| AC Hotel by Marriott Fort Lauderdale BeachFort Lauderdale Beach, Fort Lauderdale171 units | 7.0/ 10 | 6.3/ 10 Dyme 7.7/10, 7.7/10 · 813 reviews · travel.dyme.earth BeachHotel.net 8.5/10 · 328 reviews · beachhotel.net Combined from 3 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 6.3. | 7.3/ 10 Dyme 9.2/10, 8.2/10, 8.7/10 · 813 reviews · travel.dyme.earth Dyme 6.7/10 · 813 reviews · travel.dyme.earth BeachHotel.net 9.2/10 · 328 reviews · beachhotel.net Combined from 5 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 7.3. |
Expedia provides the largest applicable review base and sets the level at 8.6/10, converted to 7.2/10 under the requested guest-rating curve. The score is held near that anchor but lowered modestly for recurring operational complaints and the reported unresolved HVAC leak; the structure and living subscores reflect the separate published evidence in those categories. | |||
Published guest evidence is generally favorable about the newer structure and room finish: Roomer reports “modern and clean surfaces,” while BeachHotel.net lists 8.5/10 for cleanliness and 8.4/10 for facilities. The important contrary evidence includes a Spanish-language report of air conditioning that “botaba agua a través del techo” and was not repaired, plus reports of slow elevators, occasional slow drains and bathroom power issues. | Guests consistently like the location and staff: Expedia says reviews praise “helpful staff and location,” and one 2026 review calls the service “amazing” with staff “always eager to help.” The negative operational feedback includes a rude front desk, construction noise from 8:30 a.m., a not-very-clean crowded pool, weak breakfast and expensive destination/valet charges. |
Adelaida oversees the Madrid office and leads the regional team
Sterling Bay ... has been announced as the co-development partner of 848 Brickell.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
in partnership with Related Companies and Wexford, Key scooped up the West Palm Beach office buildings
13th Floor Investments’ Arnaud Karsenti and Key International’s Inigo Ardid and Diego Ardid ... are embarking on the Parks at Delray project
Wexford Real Estate Investors and Key International ... 13th Floor ... Wexford Real Estate Investors and CDS International Holdings are embarking on the Parks at Delray project.
Marriott International and its Renaissance Hotels ... had an agreement to operate the hotel
Sterling Bay ... has been announced as the co-development partner of 848 Brickell.
Sterling Bay ... has been announced as the co-development partner of 848 Brickell.
Sterling Bay ... has been announced as the co-development partner of 848 Brickell.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
Miami-based Integra Investments and West Palm Beach-based Wexford Real Estate Investors partnered with Key on the project.
in partnership with Related Companies and Wexford, Key scooped up the West Palm Beach office buildings
in partnership with Related Companies and Wexford, Key scooped up the West Palm Beach office buildings
in partnership with Related Companies and Wexford, Key scooped up the West Palm Beach office buildings
13th Floor Investments’ Arnaud Karsenti and Key International’s Inigo Ardid and Diego Ardid ... are embarking on the Parks at Delray project
13th Floor Investments’ Arnaud Karsenti and Key International’s Inigo Ardid and Diego Ardid ... are embarking on the Parks at Delray project
13th Floor Investments’ Arnaud Karsenti and Key International’s Inigo Ardid and Diego Ardid ... are embarking on the Parks at Delray project
Wexford Real Estate Investors and Key International ... 13th Floor ... Wexford Real Estate Investors and CDS International Holdings are embarking on the Parks at Delray project.
Wexford Real Estate Investors and Key International ... 13th Floor ... Wexford Real Estate Investors and CDS International Holdings are embarking on the Parks at Delray project.
Wexford Real Estate Investors and Key International ... 13th Floor ... Wexford Real Estate Investors and CDS International Holdings are embarking on the Parks at Delray project.
Marriott International and its Renaissance Hotels ... had an agreement to operate the hotel
Marriott International and its Renaissance Hotels ... had an agreement to operate the hotel
Marriott International and its Renaissance Hotels ... had an agreement to operate the hotel
| COMPANY NUMBER | P92000008862 Florida Division of Corporations · US · ACTIVE |
| United States | active 5 projects tracked |
| Spain | active 0 projects tracked |
| Portugal | active 0 projects tracked |
| Hotel | 3 of 5 |
| Residential, for rent | 1 of 5 |
| Residential, for sale | 1 of 5 |
## Jose Ardid
Since founding the company, Jose has been an integral part of Key International’s growth, personally overseeing development projects on two continents, with properties in Spain, Portugal and the United States.
## Founder
In the 1970s, after many years working as a professional architect on a broad range of projects, Jose Ardid made the decision to leverage his skills and insight towards real estate development – and Key International became a reality.
As well, Jose often shares insights gained over hundreds of real estate transactions representing more than $4 billion in asset value.
## Founder
We had built the buildings on time, on schedule, on budget.The Real Deal March 4, 2024https://therealdeal.com/magazine/march-2024/inigo-and-diego-ardid-banking-on-brickell-office-tower/
Never be over-levered.Bisnow March 29, 2016https://www.bisnow.com/news/south-florida/multifamily/a-top-condo-developer-begins-to-shift-his-sights-57224
Inigo Ardid holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Pepperdine University.
Inigo Ardid holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Pepperdine University.
Inigo Ardid is one of three executive-level members of Key International’s founding family.
“We had built the buildings on time, on schedule, on budget.”
Inigo says doing condos is a fun and lucrative business—but depends on the land not being expensive; ... Never be over-levered, he says.
Inigo and Diego officially took the lead in the firm’s day-to-day operations sometime in 2005 or 2006, though Jose remains heavily involved.
Along with the top-level leadership he provides for the entire firm, Inigo Ardid takes primary responsibility for the company’s Development Division.
## Co-President
Inigo Ardid is one of three executive-level members of Key International’s founding family.
Inigo Ardid takes primary responsibility for the company’s Development Division.
As a seasoned real estate developer who has been involved in more than $4 billion worth of real estate transactions, 10 million square feet of new construction, and more than 4,500 residential units, Inigo has a keen eye for recognizing opportunity and maximizing returns.
Inigo Ardid holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Pepperdine University.
## Co-President
Now we can play in these leagues. We already knew hospitality, and my brother said, ‘If I know hospitality, why don’t we just do the same thing on the residential side?’The Real Deal March 4, 2024https://therealdeal.com/magazine/march-2024/inigo-and-diego-ardid-banking-on-brickell-office-tower/
This award is representative of our signature approach to hotel and resort development, which entails the foresight to evaluate strategic real estate opportunities in highly-desirable locations, and assembling a paramount team from management to interior design, in turn allowing us to deliver award-winning destinations that generate a profitable return.PR Newswire September 17, 2019https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/key-international-recognized-with-hilton-legacy-award-300919484.html
## Diego Ardid
“When you get [pre]sales, you are like, ‘Wow, I just sold 500 units.’” Diego said. “Now we can play in these leagues. We already knew hospitality, and my brother said, ‘If I know hospitality, why don’t we just do the same thing on the residential side?’”
“This award is representative of our signature approach to hotel and resort development, which entails the foresight to evaluate strategic real estate opportunities in highly-desirable locations, and assembling a paramount team from management to interior design, in turn allowing us to deliver award-winning destinations that generate a profitable return.”
Inigo and Diego officially took the lead in the firm’s day-to-day operations sometime in 2005 or 2006, though Jose remains heavily involved.
In addition to executive-level management of the firm, Diego Ardid also maintains a personal focus on the Key International Hospitality Division.
## Co-President
As part of Key International’s founding family, Diego provides top-level leadership and oversight for the firm and its projects.
To date, under Diego’s leadership, the company’s hotel portfolio has grown to over $2 billion in AUM, with more than 3,000 hotel rooms throughout the Southeastern United States and Europe.
To date, under Diego’s leadership, the company’s hotel portfolio has grown to over $2 billion in AUM, with more than 3,000 hotel rooms throughout the Southeastern United States and Europe.
## Co-President
She is a graduate of University of South Florida, where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business as an Accounting Major with a Minor in Spanish.
She is a graduate of University of South Florida, where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business as an Accounting Major with a Minor in Spanish.
She has also studied in Madrid and has successfully completed various graduate courses in Accounting at the University of Tampa.
She has also studied in Madrid and has successfully completed various graduate courses in Accounting at the University of Tampa.
Charlotte Sevilla, CPA - Key International
Her day-to-day responsibilities include oversight of all accounting and financial reporting, tax planning, budgeting, negotiating key agreements, negotiation of property financing, and supervision over financial operations.
In addition to more than 30 years of real estate accounting experience, Charlotte is a Certified Public Accountant.
In addition to more than 30 years of real estate accounting experience, Charlotte is a Certified Public Accountant.
She is a graduate of University of South Florida, where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business as an Accounting Major with a Minor in Spanish.
## Chief Financial Officer
Adelaida holds a degree in Finance with a minor in Economics from Baruch College in New York.
Adelaida holds a degree in Finance with a minor in Economics from Baruch College in New York.
## Adelaida de Salas
### COO - [Key International](https://www.linkedin.com/company/key-international-inc) (Current)
With nearly two decades of experience in real estate, she brings a proven track record of leadership from prominent firms including Azora, Blackstone, and Globe Iberia- Estates.
With nearly two decades of experience in real estate, she brings a proven track record of leadership from prominent firms including Azora, Blackstone, and Globe Iberia- Estates.
With nearly two decades of experience in real estate, she brings a proven track record of leadership from prominent firms including Azora, Blackstone, and Globe Iberia- Estates.
She began her career in audit at Ernst & Young, laying a strong financial foundation that informs her strategic approach to development and operations.
### COO - [Key International](https://www.linkedin.com/company/key-international-inc) (Current) Mar 2025 - Present (1 year and 6 months) in Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
As Chief Operating Officer for the Europe Division of Key International, Adelaida oversees the Madrid office and leads the regional team, guiding project development and spearheading growth initiatives across the European market.
## Chief Operating Officer, Europe Division
With nearly two decades of experience in real estate, she brings a proven track record of leadership from prominent firms including Azora, Blackstone, and Globe Iberia- Estates.
With nearly two decades of experience in real estate, she brings a proven track record of leadership from prominent firms including Azora, Blackstone, and Globe Iberia- Estates.
With nearly two decades of experience in real estate, she brings a proven track record of leadership from prominent firms including Azora, Blackstone, and Globe Iberia- Estates.
Adelaida holds a degree in Finance with a minor in Economics from Baruch College in New York.
## Chief Operating Officer, Europe Division
Michael also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Duke University.
Michael also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Duke University.
Michael Vassilaros - Key International
# Michael Vassilaros
Most recently, at Starwood Property Trust (previously LNR Partners), he was in charge of sourcing and underwriting high-yield commercial real estate investments.
Most recently, at Starwood Property Trust (previously LNR Partners), he was in charge of sourcing and underwriting high-yield commercial real estate investments.
### Asst. Market Maker AVP - Knight Equity Markets
### Chief Investment Officer - [Key International] (Current) May 2017 - Present (9 years and 4 months) in Miami, Florida, United States
Oversee the firm's investment activities, including new acquisitions and existing partnerships.
Key International, a prominent real estate investment and development company, announced today that Michael A. Vassilaros has joined the firm as the Chief Investment Officer.
## Chief Investment Officer
Some of Michael’s top responsibilities include oversees the sourcing, negotiation and closing of new acquisition and development opportunities, as well as capital markets and debt structures, for Key International.
Michael also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Duke University.
Some of Michael’s top responsibilities include oversees the sourcing, negotiation and closing of new acquisition and development opportunities, as well as capital markets and debt structures, for Key International.
## Chief Investment Officer
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| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savio | Delray Beach, United States | residential for rent | 4201 | Three- and five-story buildings | — | — | — | 2023 | March 2023 | Jan 2025 – Mar 2025 | May 2025 | +3.0 mo (+2.0 to +4.0) | sourced | completed |
| Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort Pier Park | Panama City Beach, United States Pier Park | hotel | 2551 | 5 | — | USD 50m estimated cost | — | 2019 | 2019-08-27 | Mar 2021 | Apr 2023 | +25.0 mo (+25.0 to +25.0) | sourced | completed |
| AC Hotel by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beach | Fort Lauderdale, United States Fort Lauderdale Beach | hotel | 1711 | 10 stories | — | USD 43m construction loan | — | 2019 | March 14, 2019 | Sep 2020 – Dec 2020 | Feb 2022 | +15.5 mo (+14.0 to +17.0) | estimated | completed |
| Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort — Phase II | St. Augustine Beach, United States | hotel | 421 | — | 15,000 sq ft | — | — | — | — | — | Dec 2021 | — | not scorable | completed |
| The Harbour | North Miami Beach, United States North Miami Beach / Biscayne Boulevard waterfront (crossroads of Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach and North Miami Beach) | residential for sale | 4251 | 32 stories per tower / two towers | 567,000 sq ft | USD 300m estimated cost | — | 2016 | February 2016 | Jun 2018 – Aug 2018 | Oct 2018 – Dec 2018 | +4.0 mo (+2.0 to +6.0) | sourced | completed |
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| Tracked since | October 10, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 14, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 14, 2026 |
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