Istanbul’s famous old Ottoman summer palace offers a grand view of the Bosphorus Strait and the Old City, as seen from the Asian side of this multi-continental city.
You'll be spoiled for sightseeing choice when staying in Üsküdar. Beylerbeyi Palace is a good place to kick off here, but there are numerous other fine places to visit. Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace are near the historic stately house and will round out your day nicely.